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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.

Reclaiming Discipleship in the Church

“Few pastors will actually say this, but the church is still largely geared up to generate numbers more than loving one another.”

7 Things We Can Learn From Attractional Churches

"I’m not a fan of a church that is ONLY attractional, but I do think we can learn some things from attractional churches."

Fellow Christians, It’s Time to Speak up for Refugees

"There is no more critical time than now for God’s people to turn toward the helpless, the homeless and the broken."

5 Ways to Awaken Your Love for Scripture

"Continue in the Word. Don't forget what you've heard. Do it. And you will be blessed in ways you cannot begin to imagine."

9 Ways to Share the Gospel Through Story

“As you scatter your stories of God’s presence and power, keep it organic. Don’t force it. Be thoughtful and sensitive.”

5 Big Mistakes Pastors Make Every Sunday

"For pastors, Sunday can be the most draining day of the week. As a result, we can make one or more these five mistakes."

10 Sure-Fire Ways to Drive Away Your Pastor

"The first step toward running a pastor off in search of a better church is rejecting the one you have."

There Is No Shortcut Back Into Ministry After a Moral Failure

Phil Cooke: "Never fall for the deception that your past sin makes you more effective as a Christian leader."