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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!”

3 Characteristics of Biblically Qualified Elders

Growing in these characteristics is the mark of a good candidate.

Dru Johnson: Human Rites

The Power of Rituals, Habits, and Sacraments

Understanding Your Rites

We all follow certain rituals of life, but who is dictating to us the rituals we will follow?

What to Remember at the Ministry Planning Table

It's important to be aware of the complex power dynamics at play in ministry planning.

Greg R. Scharf and Arthur Kok: The New Elder’s Handbook

A Biblical Guide to Developing Faithful Leaders

Curtis Heffelfinger: The Peace Making Church

8 Biblical Keys to Resolve Conflict and Preserve Unity

Give Everything You’ve Got to Peacemaking

Paul calls us to be tenacious about being peacemakers and maintaining unity in the body of Christ.

Preaching the Gospel to the Heart

Preachers must regularly preach the gospel to be faithful to the call of Christ.