Features

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.

Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry

Putting evangelism at the center of your disciple-making strategy is the game-changer.

6 Secrets of Churches That Went From Death to Life

"How did these few churches go from near death to vibrant life? Here are their stories."

Clean, Living Water for All: The Mission of Water4

Organization provides the means for clean drinking water to areas of the world where it's most scarce.

5 Leadership Words to Keep You Grounded in God

"Five words help me to keep my feet on the ground. Each summarizes a different characteristic of the upside-down kingdom."

5 Things That Keep Pastors Awake at Night

"Here's a little secret you may not know: Every pastor takes every member departure personally."

What Is Your Evangelism Question?

"The big narrative and the historical core—you can’t understand one without the other."

17 Key Traits of Highly Effective Churches

"Here are 17 things that I have found in churches that are growing. Each nugget is exactly a 140-character tweet."

The Best Strategy for Long-Term Church Growth

"The best long-term strategy for church growth is not church growth."

You’re Not Always a Great Leader (and That’s OK)

"In reality, average doesn't always mean mediocre, and ordinary doesn’t always mean you’re second-rate."