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Walking Like Jesus

Jesus seems to have an unhurried pace. That is to say, he always seems to have time to stop for people, even when doing so was annoying to those around him.

Perfectly Imperfect Churches

Most of the great breakthroughs and innovative ideas are a result of problems being viewed not as a problem to solve, but an opportunity to make things better.

Nigerian Church Promotes a Deeper Christian Life

A. Larry Ross, who traveled the world for nearly 34 years as personal media spokesman for evangelist Billy Graham, says the new epicenter for evangelism is the Global South and Nigerian evangelist William Kumuyi as the pastor of “the largest church of which most American Christians have never heard.”

Learning to See: The Power of Attentiveness

As leaders in the church, our role is to help people attend to the God who offers his caring presence to all places and people.

I’m ‘Pretty Much’ a Christian

Why do I believe Jesus is the only way? Because the Bible says it, and I believe in the Bible—and that’s what it comes down to. Are we going to believe what the Bible says or are we not?

Do You Know the Strengths of Your Congregation?

Ken Foreman discovered it can impact untold thousands of people, open doors to city leaders and put the church on the radar of the entire community.

Friction to Fruitfulness

Church culture and polity had excluded aggressive disciple making and the idea of local churches planting churches.

3 Steps for Church Leaders to Renew Our Passion for Evangelism

How to make the lost a priority in your church’s heart and ministries

Family Devotions: A Spiritual Rhythm That Includes Everyone

Every morning isn’t a home run. Sometimes it’s a sacrifice bunt that you believe that God will somehow use in the story of their lives.

6 Potential Pitfalls in Your Leadership Plan

A key element in any boardroom meeting is prayer. A good agenda brings purpose and clarity, but prayer brings unity and power.

What Makes a Humble Pastor?

7 characteristics of pastors who demonstrate humility