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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.

7 Things Pastors Should Never Say

"There is too much pain in the world today. Let’s not add to it with our words."

8 Vital Insights for ‘Pregnant’ Church Planting

"God desires to see every person come to know him. He’s waiting for a church planter to step out and start a movement."

7 Essentials for Raising Pastor’s Kids

"The relationship you develop with your kids will build your platform to speak into their lives."

3 Examples of Effective Multiethnic Church Plants

Numbers, dollars and buildings may not be the best way to measure the effectiveness of multiethnic churches.

3 Christian Responses to Injustice

"These responses are beautiful tools that God has given us to survive the battle. We overlook them to our own detriment."

Megachurch World: A Thriving Church of University Students

“Outreach to the university is our no. 1 trait,” says a New Zealand megachurch pastor.

Cutting-Edge Florida Church Network Rediscovers the Life of Mission

“If you want people to live in a different way, you have to promise them change—the possibility of a different kind of church.”

5 Ways the Church Hurts and Helps Victims of Sexual Violence

"Let’s dare to risk discomfort for the sake of ministering to victims of sexual violence."