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!”

Seeing Jesus in East Harlem

José Humphreys: What Happens When Churches Show Up and Stay Put

The Value of Staying Put

There is great value in a church staying put and playing a pivotal role in its community over the long term.

Our Daily Bread Jesus Source Book

A quick and easy reference book to locate information about Jesus’ life and ministry

Travis Collins: What Does It Mean to Be Welcoming?

Navigating LGBT Questions in Your Church

How LGBT Questions Affect Denominations

LGBT questions pose a difficult challenge for denominations and the churches who are a part of them.

Handbook of Denominations in the United States

A handy guidebook to U.S. denominations that includes descriptions, overviews, current statistics and recent trends.

Worship Is Rooted in Love

Worship is an expression of love for God with all that we are: heart, soul, mind and strength.

Honest Worship

Manuel Luz: From False Self to True Praise