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Steeplejacking: Navigating the Ethics of Church Property Takeovers
Thousands of churches are currently facing decline and potential closure, leading to a controversial new ministry strategy known as "steeplejacking". While national organizations may encourage younger churches to acquire the properties of declining congregations at little cost, these efforts can become divisive when fueled by pride rather than humility. By choosing compassion over intimidation, churches can find win-win solutions that honor the past investment of faithful members while creating a sustainable future for the kingdom.
The Stupid Things We Do That Hinder Growth
Geoff Surratt on three unnecessary barriers to church growth.
Why Go to a Church Service When You Can Watch Online?
Five reasons why engaging with church in person is necessary.
12 Practical Ways to Obey God’s Call to the Needy
True intimacy with God goes beyond religious tradition; it requires a practical relationship with the poor. Based on Isaiah 58, discover 12 practical ways to serve the hungry, homeless, and oppressed to experience personal spiritual breakthrough
Bivocational Pastor: The Strategic Future
Leaders discuss the rewards and challenges of being bivocational and the role that status will play in future church growth.
Jesus Doesn’t Need Twitter Followers
Brad Powell: If we're going to get our church back on mission, we have to get them actively following Jesus.
Erwin McManus: Imagine Tomorrow
When we stand in the intersection between time and eternity we break free from "what is" and bring into reality "what if."
Don’t Generalize This Generation
Dan Kimball: “Millennials may be leaving some churches, but they are swarming to others."
10 Tips to Keep Your Ministry from Bottoming Out
Margaret Feinberg: "Sometimes dips in our own ministry are a result of pouring out into a meaningful relationship."
