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The Narrow Path for the Long Haul

The benefits of having faith stretch far beyond a spiritual checkbox. They seep into how I handle stress, find hope, and relate to others.

Suffering From Spiritual Anemia

We need not starve our souls or allow our relationship with God through Christ to fade like the dying embers of an untended fire. We can seek the face of God.

Outreach 100 Churches on Creating a Flourishing Volunteer Culture

“Serving is not just about filling a need; it’s about inviting people into the bigger vision of following Jesus and serving in a way that allows them to use the gifts and abilities God has created them with to build his kingdom.” —Lori Newell, The Church of Eleven22

Are You Ready for the Sunday After Easter?

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

How One Church Does It: Tailor-Made Connections at The Church on the Way

Lead Pastor of Pastoral Care Cecelia Freeman says knowing and providing for the specific unique cultures and needs of individuals creates a nurturing environment.

Everyone Needs a Gandalf

"We need to model for the next generations this sense of discipleship as a lifelong journey."

Small Church America: Just Do Something!

How a New England church of 25 is making an impact, one small step at a time.

How Will They Know Jesus?

How will others know Jesus if we don't show them through our lives? A convicting message on embracing the commands of Jesus.

If I Could Do One Thing Differently …

And other words of hard-earned wisdom from Outreach 100 pastors

How Can Women Lead in the Church?

“Lead with the confidence that comes from knowing you have humbly submitted yourself to God and that he has your back.”

Forward Thinking 2

Emerging leaders on the challenges and opportunities of the next decade. Part Two