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Reaching Gen Alpha

As churches of every size strive to reach Gen Alpha with the gospel, small churches are uniquely positioned to meet this moment.

Community Christian Church: A Warm Welcome

When people visit Community and decide to stay, Pastor John Scott says, it’s because of the worship, the teaching, the children’s ministry and, most importantly, the feeling of belonging.

Why More Pastors Are Considering Covocational Ministry

If we want to see a church planting movement in every place and people group, we must engage with covocational leaders.

The Role Anxiety Has Played in My Spiritual Growth

When anxiety pushes us closer to God

How a Friend’s Stand for Christ Made an Eternal Difference

I hadn’t read Garrett’s testimony before, but one of our staff shared it with me. It’s powerful. I think you’ll be touched just like I was. —Randy

8 Signs of an Effective Church That Has Fun

I want church leaders to think about times when church really is fun.

7 Common Excuses We Make for Not Leading Well

The ways we tend to pass the blame

Why Were People Amazed at Jesus’ Teaching? And, Why Aren’t We?

We sometimes envy those who have come late to the Kingdom and are reading God’s word for the first time. They are enchanted by its stories, excited by its champions, enthralled by its riches, thrilled by its insights, and elated by its promises.

3 Necessary Shifts in the Way We Think About Missions

These changes are critical if we're going to have the global reach God desires.

7 Essential Preaching Skills to Reach a Post-Christian Audience

The authentic gospel message will never change. But the methods and approaches have to if you’re going to connect with post-modern, post-Christian people.

How You (Yes, You!) Can Share Jesus

My guess is that you have more opportunities than you think. Every day, you rub shoulders with people: neighbors, the grocery-store checker, restaurant servers, other parents at the park—the list goes on.