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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.

‘We’re Not Growing. Why?’

Brad Powell: "Everybody likes the idea of reaching new people, but not everybody likes the reality of it."

How to Be Remarkable

Brad Lomenick: “The great news is that being remarkable doesn’t require a huge budget or hundreds of staff members.”

Kenya: International Staff Exchange

Innovative global partnerships are benefiting both Kenyan and US churches. Here's how ...

7 Steps to Raise Your Visibility Before a Skeptical World

Bob Whitesel: "In an increasingly skeptical world, the church must move beyond branding and build a new, more powerful reputation."

Is It About Marketing? Or Reputation?

Thomas G. Bandy: "If you want to reach postmodern seekers, you have to think about reputation rather than marketing."

Cost-Effective Ways to Raise Your Visibility

Let It Shine: "This is not only a cost-effective strategy for raising a church’s visibility, but a sustainable one that God honors."

6 Questions to Ask Before Planning a Mission Trip

Planning a mission trip or service project? Want to make sure you are helping rather than hurting? Ask these questions.

7 Questions for Community Engagement

Does your church have a front porch, and other questions to ask yourself