Remember — Jesus Is Alive!
No matter what happens in this life, no matter what job we lose, no matter what relationship ends, no matter how many people turn their back on us, we are not forgotten. Jesus has taken up our case.
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20th Annual Outreach Resources of the Year: Social Issues
While acknowledging hits to the credibility, reputation and psyche of the church's collective witness, they passionately and practically encourage readers to see this not so much as a problem but an opportunity for the church to understand the times and know what is the best course of action to take (1 Chron. 12:32) in pursuit of systemic transformation for the sake of the gospel.
Sharing Your Faith in a Marketing-Weary World
What distinguishes our evangelism efforts from the sales pitches we're bombarded with every day?
Building Bridges to Our Muslim Neighbors
Neighborly Faith is encouraging dinner and dialogue between Muslims and Christians.
What to Say to the Worst Critics
Keep calm and use facts. Maintaining a good reputation is a biblical requirement for pastors. I can understand the visceral reaction of defensiveness when faced with a public attack. Most want to defend their good name. The problem is you escalate the issue when you respond emotionally. Learn how to be responding to harsh critics effectively.
Michelle Sanchez: Becoming Beloved Community
Jesus shed new light on what agape looks like by establishing himself as the standard for agape love. In the end, we will best build beloved community as we love just like Jesus loved us.
How Do You Determine If Your Church Plant Is Successful?
What are the benchmarks for a new church plant?
The Attitude of Gratitude
If you want to move from languishing to flourishing, there are no easy answers. And there are no quick fixes. But this I know for sure: You won't get there without cultivating an attitude of gratitude.
What if Every Christian Shared the Gospel?
Everyone who is Jesus disciple is his witness (Acts 1:8) and is sent somewhere, whether locally or further afield. The New Testament shows us fishermen, tax collectors, former prostitutes, women whod had 5 husbands, zealots, ex-Pharisees, old, young, rich, poor, educated and uneducated, sent out on mission to draw people to Jesus. So theres no excuse for watching someone else do it instead of us, as all Christians share the gospel.
Research Reveals Importance of Church Small Group Growth, Evangelism, Assimilation
Research indicates that church small group growth is important, with 44% of current weekend worship attendees involved in a small group, Sunday School or similar group, showing a slight decline since 2010.
