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The Joy and Crown of Pastoral Ministry

Excerpted FromBefore We ForgetEdited by Jonathon Woodyard and Nathan Millican First Thessalonians 1–3 is a passage that touches on the joys of pastoral ministry. Paul...

Would Jesus Say ‘Black Lives Matter’?

With the death of George Floyd, another black life has been taken in cold blood. And once again, there is lament and protest, but...

What to Do When Friends Leave Your Church

Recently, I had two painful experiences with friends. One is leaving our church because I am too conservative on an issue, and another threatened to leave because they thought Im too liberal on another subject. Sigh. Both encounters hurt. I lost sleep and a lot of tears over both of these painful experiences when friends leave church. Years ago, […]

Aaron Burke: Close the ‘Back Door’

"The invite culture has also grown at our church and people feel comfortable bringing their friends."

Curt Seaburg: Embracing Our Online Campus

Up to this point, using videoconferencing was a rarity. Now, we are embracing it at a whole new level.

Kevin Geer: Help People Experience Jesus

When leading in a time of change and uncertainty when everyone is trying to understand what the new reality is, its important to draw people's attention to what is not changing, as Kevin Geer helps people experience Jesus.

Michael Fletcher: Leverage Small Groups

"People need content, but they also need connection. Disciples are made in small groups."

Jeff Bogue: Pray for Your 3

Jeff Bogue shares insights on leading Grace Church through challenging times, emphasizing initiatives like 'Pray for Your 3' to foster community healing.