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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.

Stop Talking Yourself Out of Evangelism

"'Preach the gospel; when necessary, use words'; is a lot like saying, 'Feed the hungry; when necessary, use food.'"

Outreach vs. Evangelism: How to Tell the Difference

"We must not confuse outreach with evangelism."

3 Crucial Principles of Discipleship

Brad Powell: "There is no 'best model' for making disciples. Don't believe anyone who tells you otherwise."

Soulfires: The Make Good

"Joseph's heart called out, 'If you look down and see something in me that you still want, please save me, and I will give you my life.'"

Why the Metric for Love Is Sacrifice

"Our culture’s concept of love is primarily self-driven and pleasure-seeking. Jesus’ love expects and anticipates sacrifice."

Networking for Comeback: 3 Steps Toward Restoration

Ed Stetzer: “To see a better future, we often need to broaden our ministry horizon.”

5 Legit Fears of a Church Planter

Church planting comes with a lot of "what-ifs," but don't let them control your success.

7 Signs Your Church Is Making Inroads With the Unchurched

Carey Nieuwhof: "Unchurched people change the dynamic in your church. Your church will simply not be the same."