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Community Christian Church: A Warm Welcome

When people visit Community and decide to stay, Pastor John Scott says, it’s because of the worship, the teaching, the children’s ministry and, most importantly, the feeling of belonging.

Why More Pastors Are Considering Covocational Ministry

If we want to see a church planting movement in every place and people group, we must engage with covocational leaders.

Ed Stetzer: Coming Back

We have to take a step back as we teach God’s Word, building upon the grand narrative of redemption to show how every issue dealt with in the story of God is centered in Christ.

3 Examples of Effective Multiethnic Church Plants

Numbers, dollars and buildings may not be the best way to measure the effectiveness of multiethnic churches.

3 Christian Responses to Injustice

"These responses are beautiful tools that God has given us to survive the battle. We overlook them to our own detriment."

Megachurch World: A Thriving Church of University Students

“Outreach to the university is our no. 1 trait,” says a New Zealand megachurch pastor.

Cutting-Edge Florida Church Network Rediscovers the Life of Mission

“If you want people to live in a different way, you have to promise them change—the possibility of a different kind of church.”

5 Ways the Church Hurts and Helps Victims of Sexual Violence

"Let’s dare to risk discomfort for the sake of ministering to victims of sexual violence."

Every Pastor Has 3 ‘Realms’ of Ministry

Rick Warren: "The kingdom benefits and churches grow when we’re sharpening each other."

6 Times When Prayer Isn’t Enough

"If you are doing these six biblical commands, dedicate yourself to prayer and call on God on behalf of our nation."

8 Time Drainers for Pastors and Staff

Thom Rainer: "What if I told you I could help you get 10 or more hours of your week back?"