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David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

The Future of Church Outreach: 3 Key Trends We Must Engage

EDITORIAL Leading Mission | Andy Cook Standing on the steps of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Hall in 1980, Graham asked his audience a pivotal question: How...

From Biblical Illiteracy to Bible Engagement

There are two kinds of biblical illiteracy. One is not knowing the Bible’s facts. The other is not knowing its story.

Living Out the Bible

"Let's make sure we plead and pray for grace as we live out God's Word through our very lives."

Eugene Peterson: The Art of Pastoring

Eugene Peterson: "There’s probably no vocation in which you’re able to be yourself, with your whole self as a pastor."

Who Is Our Neighbor Today?

“There is no moral excuse for how we are now treating our neighbors who are falling along the side of the road of the global supply chains, which are now the world’s main roads.”

The Crossroads of Outreach and Immigration

When it comes to illegal immigration, should we build a bigger fence or cultivate more compassion?

The Surprise Ending of Resurrection

The Easter story is a vivid example that things aren't always as they seem.

Eucharist: Embracing the Mystery of Faith

Glenn Packiam reminds us there is one aspect of worship that transcends music or preaching: the feasting table.

Are You Ready for the Sunday After Easter?

With some pre-planning, you can improve your odds of getting back those Easter visitors.