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Perfectly Imperfect Churches

Most of the great breakthroughs and innovative ideas are a result of problems being viewed not as a problem to solve, but an opportunity to make things better.

Nigerian Church Promotes a Deeper Christian Life

A. Larry Ross, who traveled the world for nearly 34 years as personal media spokesman for evangelist Billy Graham, says the new epicenter for evangelism is the Global South and Nigerian evangelist William Kumuyi as the pastor of “the largest church of which most American Christians have never heard.”

Are We in the Midst of a Gen Z Awakening?

It’s not polished or loud, but if you listen closely, from university chapels in the U.S. to underground house churches in the Middle East, you’ll hear it: a hunger for truth, a yearning for something real.

Lead Well—At Home

One great ministry challenge is to serve in a way that values, affirms and protects our children.

What Does Courageous Leadership Look Like Today?

Why hope, humility and wisdom matter in a godless culture.

How to Handle the Summer Attendance Dip

How will you handle the long days of summer when church crowds are smaller, budgets are tighter and volunteers are harder to find?

Does Your Church Embrace the Vision? Two Ways to Know

When do you know the vision has become ingrained in the culture of your church and not just in your own dreams?

7 Guidelines for Controversial Facebook Comments

Ministry leaders are often called upon to comment on racial, socioeconomic and political tensions. How should we respond?

What Non-Christians Really Think About Christians

These surprising insights about what non-Christians think of Christians can profoundly impact your outreach.

8 Signs You Are a Gospel-Centered Leader

The Gospel gives us a new heart filled with love and affection. It is not one more weapon in our leadership utility belt.

Leadership—Heart, Soul and Structure

Why leaders today need to balance the heart and organization to serve Jesus well.