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Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

When ‘More’ Doesn’t Cut It

We can’t have some churches saving lives and some churches ruining lives. More is not enough. We need more and better.

An Invitation to Pray

Praying specific can become an exciting adventure and partnership with God– truly seeking to pray the heart, mind and will of the Father!

The Fruit of Faithfulness: A Decade of Hope for Colorado’s New Life Church

“We grieved. We sang out our holy defiance—'we will overcome this trial we’re facing; we will somehow rise again.'”

Japan Church Opens Doors by Talking About a Personal God

“The key is touching their hearts. They want a community that answers questions and prays for them.”

3 Steps to Getting Your Walk With Jesus Back on Track

"When our focus is off by even just one degree over a long enough time, it leads us to places we’d never planned on going."

Being Married to a Pastor: The Good and the Bad

"When it comes to being married to a pastor, there are things I enjoy, and other things I wish I didn’t have to deal with."

3 Ways to Respond When You Face Personal Rejection in the Church

"How do you keep from withdrawing when dealing with someone who doesn’t like you?"

4 Practices to Regain Your Passion for Ministry

"It’s surprisingly easy for your passion for ministry to fade. It can become commonplace and routine."

Las Vegas Churches Respond to Mass Shooting With Acts of Healing and Service

“It’s a huge privilege to be trusted to speak into that moment, to pastor people in that moment."

3 Things to Do When Your Church Hits a Plateau

"For a church to turn around, it may take many, many small degrees of change and a long time."