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Walking Like Jesus

Jesus seems to have an unhurried pace. That is to say, he always seems to have time to stop for people, even when doing so was annoying to those around him.

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.”

The Power of Story

“When Jesus is our closest friend, and we speak of our intimacy with him, this can create real spiritual curiosity.”

Have You Overstayed Your Welcome?

Many pastors have the stamina and ability to keep shepherding well into their 70s. But there is a point when the body simply cannot handle the rigors of ministry.

Rejecting God’s Forgiveness

The only unforgivable sin is rejecting the forgiveness of God.

Made to Thrive: 10 Tips for Building a Healthy Church Culture

Good churches and Christian organizations are able to establish and sustain a positive culture that drives both sides of the organization’s needs—the need for people to thrive and the need to accomplish the mission.

When You Find Yourself Drifting

The love of Christ meets us in those in between times when we are tempted to stray.

15 False Impressions of Ministry

Misconception: Church people are always forgiving. Truth: Actually, some hold grudges for a long time.

Take It to the House

You want to minimize multiplication? Return to super centralization.

Confronting the Challenges of Leading Evangelism

Overcoming the perception that evangelism is only for the “professionals.”