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Why Leaders Lead With Prayer

Imagine attempting to lead without strength, without guidance, and without defense. Personally, I would consider it both terrifying and utterly futile.

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

Where Is Your Sense of Urgency?

Billions of people have little or no access to the gospel, and it is our responsibility to get the Word to them and then equip them.

Ed Stetzer: A Higher Allegiance

There is no promise that this American experiment will last forever. Only the kingdom of God will last forever.

4 Dangers for Church Planters

Here are the particular dangers I faced as a church planter.

6 Red Flags to Watch Out for in Church Staff

How do you spot warning signs after you’ve hired someone?

Who’s In Charge?

Surrender is a word most people don’t like—especially when it comes to surrendering everything to Jesus as Lord.

Sharing Jesus as a Stepping Stone

Be a good listener. Find out about the person you’re talking to so you can then appropriately bring the message of the gospel.

Watching Our Words

In a world of shrill tones, we can demonstrate the gospel through our words.

A Church Plant Can Be a Sending Church

Why you don’t have to wait to plant the next church