Church

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!”

Prepare Your Church Facility for Winter Today

Even if your building is located in a warmer climate, you still need to prepare for the unexpected—as we have seen with the polar vortex freeze events in recent years.

The Strange and Wonderful Sociology of the Early Christians

Prejudice and fear are powerful tools of deformation. The gospel is a potent resource for cultivating a spirit of openness to new things, and for tearing down dividing walls.

6 Essential Steps to Start 2024

The start of a new year provides an excellent opportunity to review, restructure, and reapprove all compensation agreements.

Kingdom Advancing Grant Applications Now Being Accepted

Each Kingdom Advancing Grant recipient not only receives funding for their initiative or program, but also is paired for a year with members of the Granting Council as mentors who offer guidance and assistance.

Legacy Can Lead to Life

Legacy. It is a word that I’ve been dealing with a lot as I move beyond my 30th year of pastoral ministry in one place.

Our Daily Bread Ministries Receives $125 Million

The aim of the initiative is to encourage the flourishing of congregations by helping them deepen their relationships with God, enhance their connections with each other, and contribute to the vitality of their communities and the world.

A Fruitful Harvest

Regardless of what the church does (or is unable to do at times) collectively in terms of outreach, individuals are encouraged to engage with the community and share the gospel wherever they find themselves.

Walking in Humility

How much do you talk about yourself, especially in glowing terms, versus the time you invest honoring others, telling their stories, and giving the ultimate credit to God?

Churches, Ministries and the SMLLC

When an SMLLC is considered a disregarded entity, the owner reports the SMLLC's income, expenses, assets, and liabilities on the tax return of the parent organization, such as a 501(c)(3) church or ministry.