Church

Brandon O’Brien’s Top Books on Small Church Ministry

Rather than being a subcategory of American ministry, the small church is the norm. If you take a longer and broader view, most churches throughout history and in most parts of the world are and always have been small.

4 Subtle Signs of Toxic Positivity in the Church

Lead by example in showing vulnerability and reliance on God’s strength, especially in times of weakness.

The Basics: The Purpose of the Sermon

I have heard many sermons—three or four a week now, plus my own—where I want to say, at the end, “That’s true!” Or, “I get it!”

What to Do With So Much Property

Excerpted from 'We Aren't Broke' (Eerdmans)

Outreach Resources of the Year: Church

Evaluated by A.J. Swoboda

Seeing Your Worth Clearly

Excerpted from 'Empower' (B&H)

We Are Called to Shine

We are meant to embody the power of blessing.

Answering the Tough Questions About Church Discipline

Is it loving to practice church discipline?

Power Comes From Our Hearts

Excerpted from 'Redeeming Power' (Baker Publishing)

The Church Is Calibrated for a World That No Longer Exists

Excerpted from the Innovative Church (Baker Academic)