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The Narrow Path for the Long Haul

The benefits of having faith stretch far beyond a spiritual checkbox. They seep into how I handle stress, find hope, and relate to others.

Suffering From Spiritual Anemia

We need not starve our souls or allow our relationship with God through Christ to fade like the dying embers of an untended fire. We can seek the face of God.

Outreach 100 Churches on Creating a Flourishing Volunteer Culture

“Serving is not just about filling a need; it’s about inviting people into the bigger vision of following Jesus and serving in a way that allows them to use the gifts and abilities God has created them with to build his kingdom.” —Lori Newell, The Church of Eleven22

Know Your Demographics, Reach Your Community

"It is hard to be all things to all people if we do not know who those people are."

What’s Trending in Multisite? 2017 Edition

What’s next? Here are some of the trends emerging from the multisite-church movement in 2017.

15 Common Church-Construction Mistakes

"The best intentions of decision-makers and church leaders may not help them avoid the pitfalls of a new church-building project."

He Is Born: A Christmas Hymn

"Enjoy Christmas this weekend with friends and family, remembering the miracle that is the incarnation."

Do Pastors Wield Too Much Power?

"Not until then did I understand the unique power my position, and that of every pastor, carries."

2 Indicators of a Selfless Christian Marriage

"The common denominator between these two actions is they are selfless disciplines that help keep love alive."

10 Ways to Dramatically Increase Giving in Your Church

"It takes money to lead a church to experience dynamic spiritual and numerical growth."

4 Christmas Killers—And Their Antidotes

Pete Scazzero: "Sadly, the Christmas season is a low point spiritually for most Christian leaders."