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Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Andy Cook: A Renewed Vision

Evangelism is not just another leadership skill—it’s foundational to leading a local church.

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.

5 Ways to Reach More Millennials at Your Church

"Don’t believe all the stereotypes you hear about millennials. We don’t have to be the generation that leaves the church."

How to Turn an Everyday Conversation Into a Gospel Conversation

"We need to have frequent, intentional gospel conversations and then allow the gospel to be the filter."

3 Ways to Spot Backstabbing in the Church

"Backstabbing among the people of God is a deep violation of our faith and a horrible representation of our faith to the world."

Crafting Biblical, Engaging Messages for Students: 3 Essentials

"Our teaching and lessons should give students some level of relief and inspire them to trust in God."

10 Roadblocks to Church Revitalization

"Since so many of our churches are in need of revitalization, let’s begin by seeing what roadblocks hinder turnarounds."

4 Key Practices to Launch and Sustain a Vibrant Church

"Churches turn inward if they don’t intentionally and aggressively press outward to the world that God loves.”

‘Pastor, Please Preach on This …’

"These seven preaching ideas have kept me focused and away from my need to please or perform for approval."

Plant What God Would Plant, Go Where God Would Go

“If we begin to think outside of the box, the city may truly rejoice that we showed up.”