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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.”

Are We in the Midst of a Gen Z Awakening?

It’s not polished or loud, but if you listen closely, from university chapels in the U.S. to underground house churches in the Middle East, you’ll hear it: a hunger for truth, a yearning for something real.

10 Ways I Keep My Passion to Pastor

"As God leads you, follow with willingness. And as you become more passionate, so will the congregation you lead."

13 Pastor Mistakes That Hinder Growth

"Here are 13 common mistakes that lead to sluggish growth, or even decline. Fix these and watch what happens."

‘The Poor You Will Always Have With You’—What Did Jesus Really Mean?

"Jesus’ upside-down kingdom is coming. He calls us to be part of it."

8 Habits of Healthy Church Leaders

Matt Brown: "We are called by a great God. May we never be stagnant or half-hearted in that calling!"

Church Planting and Evangelism: What Every Pastor Needs to Know

"We need to get to the place where our people can articulate a simple gospel message and call others to faith in Jesus."

An Evangelism Equation for Non-Evangelists

“Most of our church members are ready to grow in their faith as well as share that faith. They just feel unequipped to do so.”

5 Ways to Get People to Pay Attention When You Preach

"Here are five neuroscience insights to keep in mind as you prepare your sermons."

7 Ways to Fix a Toxic Church Culture

"Until the leader steps up and takes responsibility for a toxic church culture, the church will remain in trouble."