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The Narrow Path for the Long Haul

The benefits of having faith stretch far beyond a spiritual checkbox. They seep into how I handle stress, find hope, and relate to others.

Suffering From Spiritual Anemia

We need not starve our souls or allow our relationship with God through Christ to fade like the dying embers of an untended fire. We can seek the face of God.

Outreach 100 Churches on Creating a Flourishing Volunteer Culture

“Serving is not just about filling a need; it’s about inviting people into the bigger vision of following Jesus and serving in a way that allows them to use the gifts and abilities God has created them with to build his kingdom.” —Lori Newell, The Church of Eleven22

4 Essentials for Church Planters

"The New Testament church was a participatory sport, and this generation doesn't want to be spectators."

9-Year-Old Collects Gifts for 5,000 Kids, Refugees

Jordyn McNeal teams up with Operation Christmas Child to give joy to kids around the world.

Are We Online Atheists?

Maybe it’s not as much about the technology but more about how we’re using it.

Evangelism, Naturally

"For Kevin Harney, outreach without evangelism is 'giving a cup of cold water, but not giving it in Jesus' name.'"

Church Planting Is on the Rise

National study from LifeWay and NewChurches.com provides a comprehensive report on church planting in the U.S.

The Problem With Gimmicks

Phil Cooke: "Gimmicks may get attention, but truly original ideas change the world."

Teens Spend 9 Hours a Day Doing What?

Common Sense Media: Report measures the pervasiveness of entertainment media in the lives of U.S. youth.

3 Urgent Times to Confront Sin in Your Church

Confronting sin isn't fun, but the health of your church depends on it.