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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.

Lebanon Baptist Church: A Sweet Way to Serve

Churches seem to have an expectation that people need to come to us. We need to change that paradigm.

Fight Fear With Change

Bobby Gruenewald: "A culture of change creates an environment where impatience, fear and feeling overwhelmed have trouble taking hold."

Is Leadership Dead?

Good leadership is necessary, and Jesus is the perfect example of how to lead.

3 Signs of a Transformation Church

Ed Stetzer: "Transformation churches are measuring their impact by a whole new scorecard."

Passing on Sound Doctrine to the Next Gen

When it comes to the emerging generations, we may need to teach doctrines no one is asking about.

One Common Factor in Declining Churches

What a study of evangelical churches revealed.

Church Planting: A Larger View of the Kingdom

One small church + one large vision = 13 church plants. Here's how.

Are You Making These 5 Discipleship Mistakes?

People are looking for meaningful, shared-life relationships, not just a discipleship class.

How to Find Your Personal Calling

Seeking God’s will for your life begins by asking yourself, “What keeps me awake when I should be falling asleep at night?”