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Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

The Comeback Church: Seizing the Cultural Moment

Take another look at what Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Who’s Up Next?

“A leader’s legacy doesn’t matter more than the legacy of Jesus Christ, so I am going to take the time it takes to pour into the next people who are going to come do what I am [doing].” —Hayden Gregory

8 Reasons Many Bible-Belt Churches Are in Trouble

Thom Rainer: "Sadly, many Bible-Belt churches are not adjusting to the changing realities of the area."

3 Essential Beliefs of World-Changing Churches

"The only way to make an impact on the world is to see the whole church involved—to see every member become a minister."

7 Steps to Maximizing Your Social Media Outreach

"You have the potential and capacity to reach many more people online than just those who attend your church. Here's how."

A Woman, a Well, a Postmodern Movement

How this fivefold evangelism process can lead to a witnessing community and a movement of God.

5 Essentials for Evangelism Now

"We have to ask ourselves if we are willing to face some truths and change some behaviors to reach the world."

Church Growth: 6 Signs of ‘Addition Addiction’

“Whether you’re a planter just starting out or the leader of a growing church, you’re vulnerable to addition addiction.”

The ‘Amen’ Life: A Fresh Approach to Walking Daily With Christ

"Think of how freeing that will be, when we start to embrace this attitude."

Evangelicals Made Trump’s Candidacy. Now They Need to Help Shape His Presidency

Ed Stetzer: "A divided nation needs a more united church focused on a common mission."