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10 Spiritual Shortcuts Every Church Leader Needs to Avoid

"Growth in the kingdom of God has always been small, little and slow—like a mustard seed. There is no shortcut."

Reframing Hospitality in the Church

"My greatest discovery of the last 10 years has been hospitality—the call to an open life, an open home and an open table."

The Gospel Is One, Unified Message—And Here’s Why It Matters

"Being able to articulate this clearly will help you communicate the gospel and your faith, and lead others to the truth."

Evangelism, Discipleship, Service – Look Inside the Nov/Dec 2017 Issue

Evangelism, Discipleship, Service—featuring the Outreach Interview with Max Lucado

12 Signs That Your Heart Has Become Hardened in Ministry

"If we’re not alert and self-aware, our heart gets hardened. Be aware of these signs of increasing hardening in your life."

6 Ways Going to Church Benefits Mind and Body

"God wired our bodies and brains to benefit from attending church and developing a healthy spiritual life."

Gene Appel: The Freedom of Focus—Part 1

“I felt an overwhelming pull—if I'd entrust my life to God, he'd use me to help people get ready for their last day on this planet.”

“The Pastor Stood on a Diving Board”—Lessons From a Mystery Visitor

An unchurched person reports on an unannounced visit to a local church. Could it be yours?