THE CHURCH Jackson First Assembly of God in Jackson, Tennessee THE CHALLENGE More than 300 local students were homeless. ONE BIG IDEA Partner with the school system to directly supply these kids with essentials. Pastor Garry Martin doesn’t have to imagine what it feels like to be a child in crisis–he remembers it. The … Continued
In a divided and storm-tossed culture, the church needs more than quick responses and political alliances. It needs a foundation firmly rooted in Christ.
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Not all church growth is healthy. After nearly four decades in ministry, one pastor shares four types of gospel-centered growth to celebrate and three complicated types that require discernment.
Shallow roots can topple trees and leaders. Pastor and author Eric Geiger explains how Nehemiah’s example can help church leaders stay rooted through burnout, public failure and cultural change, so they can produce lasting fruit.
When Pastor Robert Riedy stepped away from ministry five years ago to address his struggles with severe burnout and anxiety, he feared it might damage the church he’d led for so long. Now, he believes his hiatus helped transform it. “The worst thing that ever happened to me ended up being the best thing,” Riedy … Continued
Only 53% of pastors intentionally build friendships with non-Christians. Discover four practical ways to develop meaningful relationships and create opportunities to share your faith.
As Ada Bible Church approaches its 50th anniversary, Executive Pastor Joe Hays reflects on the steady leadership, biblical teaching and strong relationships that have shaped its growth—and why embracing innovation is essential to its future.
The future of the church depends on more than preserving what worked in the past. Carrie Williams explores how church leaders can empower emerging leaders, strengthen discipleship and build a church the next generation can lead.
