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Simple Yet Stellar

Microchurches are not just a passing trend—they’re a growing and sustainable movement that is changing the way we think about church.

A Sanctifying Space

The local church does not simply occupy space. Rather, it makes place.

Beyond Burnout: Finding God in the Ashes

Where you are burned out, and you’re just desperately craving some real comfort, Jesus breaks himself into a feast for you, so that you can savor and taste and see that the Lord is good, and your heart can burn with hope within you again.

10 Signs That Your Church Lacks Vision

"Leaders who spend more time putting out fires than igniting sparks for ministry seldom operate under a clear vision."

How to Leave Your Church Without Hurting It

"A few lessons that may help make your last Sunday be a happy ending rather than a hurtful one."

3 Steps to Cleansing Yourself of Legalism

"My name is Brandon Cox, and I’m a legalist. At least, I still struggle with the remnants of legalism in my life."

6 Simple Ways to Encourage Your Pastor This Week

"One pastor said he wasn’t sure anybody in his church really cared about him. I hope your pastor doesn’t feel that way."

9 Healthy Responses to Criticism in Ministry

"More often than not, pastors are criticized because they are leaders of the only organization that puts up with bullies."

Church Planting Shifts, Part 2: From Nominal to Secular

"Our approach needs to change for there to be significant traction in planting movements within a largely secular society."

4 Dangers of Bad Church Leadership

"Your goal is to bring a discipleship model to your church that deeply changes people’s lives for the sake of the world."

15 Go-To Verses for Dealing With Fear, Anxiety and Uncertainty

"I pray you will meditate on these words. They are true and powerful and inspired by the Holy Spirit."