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Amy Orr Ewing: A ‘Quiet Revival’

Our congregations need to be equipped to meet the moment in the culture, so that they are ready to lead people to Jesus.

Openhanded: Matters of the Heart and the Bank Account

There are so many things that seem to beg for our resources. So what kind of mindset must we have if we are to not only be generous, but joyfully generous?

When Speaking Truth in Love Isn’t Easy

Never deliver a difficult message fueled by emotion. Preparation, not emotion, is what will strengthen your courage and help you realize positive and productive results.

3 Reasons People Don’t Come Back to Your Church

"Unchurched people don't want soft answers from us. They want to know if we're the real deal."

How You Can Help Refugees Resettle

Helping refugees in the U.S. is much easier than most think. All it takes is a little initiative to get involved.

Megachurch World: How Large-Church Models Can Help Leaders Dream Big

UK Pastor: Growing up in a Megachurch “Shaped Me in Every Way.” So, What’s Happening Now?

Amplifying Evangelism: The Future of Outreach and Mission

Ed Stetzer: "Churches that make these three shifts will be more effective at outreach in a skeptical culture."

5 Dangers of Leading Your Church Staff Like a Family

"A staff led like a family will eventually stall the growth of the church."

The Decline of Christian America—An Opportunity for the Gospel?

Ed Stetzer: "People need to see that 'Christian' isn’t just a check box on a survey, but a life changed by the gospel."

8 Biblical Truths About Christian Giving

"Jesus said to his disciples, 'When you give,' not, 'If you give.' Christian giving is not optional, but rather essential."

10 Characteristics of a Narcissistic Church

"Just as we're often blind to our own selfish tendencies, we often fail to notice when narcissism is present in our churches."