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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.

Is Your Church a Safe Place for People With Same-Sex Attraction?

"Step one is to realize that you already have church members who experience same-sex attraction."

Rick Warren: Pastor, What You Do Matters

"You are a blessing to your congregation, and even though they may not see all the things you do as their pastor, God does."

5 Change Killers in Your Church

"As leaders, we have to chart the course and make bold steps toward the destiny God has designed for us."

3 Strategies for Reaching the Dechurched

Ed Stetzer: "Some of the hardest people to reach are those who were once reached but are now unreached."

When It Comes to Changing the Culture, The Church Needs a New Strategy

Phil Cooke: "If all we do is complain, the culture will tune us out. At some point we have to reach out and start a conversation."

A Difficult but Important Truth About Church Planting

"Your ability to do the work to which God has called you depends on your ability and commitment to persevere."

3 Critical Components of Leading Others Toward Spiritual Renewal

"Radical acceptance and compelling challenge—both are needed for people to find their way back to God."

Greg Laurie: Right Place, Right Time

"I feel very strongly that if a person says they want to commit their lives to Christ, it should be acted on immediately."