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Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship

Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.

The Deity of Christ is the Heart of the Gospel

People had only to look at Jesus to see God.

The Easter Illusion

Easter exposes the gap between attendance and belonging, between membership and engagement, between connection and discipleship.

A Life of Single-Minded Passion

I’ve long observed that the natural flow of the human heart is toward itself, rather than toward others. That truth fuels a single-minded passion for pursuing purpose.

Trust Your Team When You’re Away

We usually view unplugging as restorative for ourselves, which is true. But if you lead people in your church—and if you are reading this it is probably true with staff or volunteers—then you need to unplug for their sake as well.

How Christ’s Victory Shapes Our Lives Today

His power and presence are at work in us through Christ's Victory.

Preacher-Eaters and Troublemakers in the Church

The presence of the Lord–experiencing his nearness, knowing that “he is here, in this very place”–shrivels the ego, wilts the self-confidence and overpowers one’s pride. This article discusses the impact of troublemakers in the church on unity and leadership.

A Strategic Campus Ministry Is All About Relationships

Satan knows the college campus is strategic; a strategic campus ministry can awaken churches to this reality.

Keep Your Hope Alive With These 3 Scriptures

We don’t need hope if we have what we long for. So our hope is fed by grounding it in reality.

Reminders for First Steps When You Take Your First Steps

The people you start with may not be the people you finish with. The reminders for first steps can help frame that truth—sad, but true—and yes, painful.

Creating an Atmosphere of Authenticity

Connection Point Church prides itself on creating an atmosphere of authenticity and community.