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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

3 Keys to Engaging a Post-Church Culture

Lessons from this year's Outreach magazine/LifeWay Research survey of large, fast-growing churches.

10 Daily Prayers to Boost Your Outreach

“If we are going to be effective in scattering the seed of the gospel of Jesus, we must keep things in their proper perspective.”

4 Ways to Handle Ministry Discouragement

Ronnie Floyd: "Discouragement in ministry is real. When you are down, how do you get back up?"

10 Pastor Habits to Stay Young at Heart

"Some 50-year-olds are young, some are old. Some 60-year-olds are young, some are old. What makes the difference?"

Can the Church Thrive in a Non-Christian World?

Ed Stetzer: "Being a Christian is more significant in a hostile or indifferent culture than in friendly surroundings."

Andy Stanley Responds to His Critics

After controversial sermon, Andy Stanley crafts response to critics that explains his perspective on message and method.

3 Essentials for Student Discipleship

How do we help our students become more committed disciples of Jesus? Here are three critical components.

4 Keys to Creating an Irresistible Church

"People make up their mind whether or not they will return to a church long before the worship service."