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Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship

Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.

The Deity of Christ is the Heart of the Gospel

People had only to look at Jesus to see God.

The Easter Illusion

Easter exposes the gap between attendance and belonging, between membership and engagement, between connection and discipleship.

How to Stay Connected With the Unchurched

Eight steps to keep from settling into the “Christian bubble”

8 Reasons Your Church Needs to Hit the Streets

Would you cancel your Sunday worship service to serve your neighbors?

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.