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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.

Make Your Point, and Let It Go

From discussions to outright debates, know when you’ve made your point.

How To Thrive When Life Is Stressing You Out

Another way to thrive in stressful times is to fall in love with living out your faith. No matter what you do each day, no matter what job you have, there are always moments for ministry.

Multigenerational Mentoring

Contrary to popular belief, multigenerational mentoring is not solely about imparting knowledge but about sharing wisdom gleaned from lived experiences.

The Power of Story

“When Jesus is our closest friend, and we speak of our intimacy with him, this can create real spiritual curiosity.”

Have You Overstayed Your Welcome in Ministry?

Have you overstayed your welcome in ministry? Many pastors have the stamina and ability to keep shepherding well into their 70s. But there is a point when the body simply cannot handle the rigors of ministry.

Rejecting God’s Forgiveness

The only unforgivable sin is rejecting the forgiveness of God.

Made to Thrive: 10 Tips for Building a Healthy Church Culture

Good churches and Christian organizations are able to establish and sustain a positive healthy church culture that drives both sides of the organization’s needs—the need for people to thrive and the need to accomplish the mission.

When You Find Yourself Drifting

The love of Christ meets us in those in between times when we are tempted to stray.