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“They Made Me Want to Return”—Lessons From a Mystery Visit

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

How to Stay Connected With the Unchurched

Eight steps to keep from settling into the “Christian bubble”

8 Reasons Your Church Needs to Hit the Streets

Would you cancel your Sunday worship service to serve your neighbors?

Church Planting Is a Declaration of War on the Enemy

Alan Briggs: "It’s Jesus’ church. It doesn’t depend on you, so be faithful, and be you."

6 Secrets of Turnaround Churches

Thom Rainer offers a list of common characteristics of churches who reversed their decline and found new life.

The Messy Journey to Jesus

"We must be thankful for each person and allow the Holy Spirit to work through us."

The Gift of Our Changing Culture

To survive and thrive—and to be true to their calling—churches will have to be places that find a way to be for all people.

Where Is Your Focus?

Why an outward focus is essential—even if you lose some attendees in the process.