Recent Issues

David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Hills Church: New Name, Same Mission

Hills Church has grown, in part, due to Marksman—a strategy for men focused on reaching and discipling other men that includes a 6-week Bible study boot camp.

Mike Housholder: The Wind of the Spirit

“Churches are called to make their cities better. The best way to do that is to genuinely and authentically love our neighbors. If there are needs in our community, we want to get involved.” - Pastor Mike Housholder

Get S.M.A.R.T.E.R. About AI

Involving the congregation in decisions related to AI implementation is crucial to foster a sense of ownership.

Made to Thrive: Tips for Building a Healthy Church Culture

Culture shapes us. In a sense, it is something that happens to us.

Lisa Fields: Wrestling With Doubt

Oftentimes, what made you believe could actually make someone else disbelieve, because we’re all seeing it through different lenses.

When AI Comes to Church

One of the most impactful ways a church can harness AI is to repurpose existing resources to speak to youth and kids at their reading level.

Prepare to Say Yes

Saying yes might mean extending yourself beyond what you have achieved before, being tested in new ways, working hard, facing new physical challenges, and dealing with nerves.

Setting the Stage

As the ICF Zurich’s Sunday-evening service grew to about 1,300 mostly Gen Z attendees, Bigger thought, "Why not hand over this service to Gen Z leadership?"

Welcome Others: The Gift of Hospitality in Leadership

When we lead with authenticity, we don’t simply share advice from a book. We share our real experiences.

Leadership GRIT

You are never stronger than when you are on your knees in weakness.