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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

Church Planting Is a Declaration of War on the Enemy

Alan Briggs: "It’s Jesus’ church. It doesn’t depend on you, so be faithful, and be you."

The Messy Journey to Jesus

"We must be thankful for each person and allow the Holy Spirit to work through us."

6 Secrets of Turnaround Churches

Thom Rainer offers a list of common characteristics of churches who reversed their decline and found new life.

The Gift of Our Changing Culture

To survive and thrive—and to be true to their calling—churches will have to be places that find a way to be for all people.

Preach the Gospel, and Since It’s Necessary, Use Words

The gospel isn't something we DO, it's something we ANNOUNCE with words.

Where Is Your Focus?

Why an outward focus is essential—even if you lose some attendees in the process.

Is Your Church Stuck? Maybe It’s Time to Rock the Boat

Tony Morgan: When churches become inward focused, they start to die.

The Key to Sharing Your Faith in a Post-Christian Culture

We must build relational momentum to help people experience Christianity.