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The Easter Illusion

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

Living and Leading Above the Warning Signs

We can’t lead well from last year’s spiritual fuel. We need a fresh touch from God today.

A Personal Approach to Go and Make Disciples in 2026

Let’s face it: If our people who are believers can’t clearly articulate the basics of the gospel, we must be teaching them something else as more important.

The Greatest Challenge to the Church Today

Outreach columnist Brad Powell shares a surprising insight about the largest obstacle to effectively leading the church.

How Integrity Drives Your Leadership

Brad Lomenick, Catalyst: Accountability is one of the great engines of leadership longevity.

The Greatest Tragedy in the Church Today

Thom Rainer: "When evangelism dies as a priority in the church, the church has already begun to die."

When ‘Theology’ Gets in the Way

“I have found myself overwhelmed with sadness because we have time to disagree, but we don’t have time to evangelize.”

7 Ways Satan Tries to Destroy the Church

"The gates of hell shall never overcome what God started, but Satan certainly loves to disrupt what God’s church is doing."

Resourcing the Small Church Experience

Perspective, Encouragement and Insight from Small Church America

11 Must-Ask Ministry and Outreach Questions

Leadership coach Tony Morgan helps church leaders know what they should be contemplating to achieve their mission.

4 Ways to Create a Culture of Change in Your Church

Four patterns from churches that have changed successfully.