Features

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

What I Learned in the Painful Parts of Church Planting

God has worked in me more than he has through me. His love works within us like an explorer—or, in a way, a church planter—always seeking the places that have not yet met his healing love.

Evangelism and Mission: Ed Stetzer Accepts New Challenge

Outreach magazine is pleased to join with our columnist Ed Stetzer in announcing his new position at Wheaton College.

One Way to Amplify Your Gospel Witness

Kevin Harney: "If we are going to bear the good news of Jesus to a world deeply in need of his love, we need to unplug."

5 Little-Known Truths About Pastors

"The pastor is there to please God, not the congregation."

Reducing Global Poverty, One Camera at a Time

Non-profit One Mobile Projector Per Trainer delivers life-saving messages to some of the poorest countries in the world.

5 Future Trends in Church Planting

Ed Stetzer: "With culture changing at the speed of light, planters cannot be over-aware of the trends new churches will face."

A Return to Promiscuous Evangelism

Ed Stetzer: "This might be the only time I’ll write about the benefits of being promiscuous."

4 Differences Between Healthy and Unhealthy Churches

"The differences between healthy churches and unhealthy churches can be so slight, yet so deadly."

Why ‘Professional Evangelism’ Is Hurting the Church

Ed Stetzer: "No one has the 'gift' of evangelism. However, everyone has the responsibility to evangelize!"