Brilliant in the Basics of Church Growth
Mobberly Baptist doesn’t use people to help the church grow. Instead, they focus on the basics of church growth to optimize how the people grow.
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The Strange and Wonderful Sociology of the Early Christians
Prejudice and fear are powerful tools of deformation. The sociology of the early Christians 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 with Church Board Minutes
The start of a new year provides an excellent opportunity to review, restructure, and reapprove all compensation agreements, guided by church board minutes.
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 can lead to life: a word 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 in Walking in Humility, honoring others, telling their stories, and giving the ultimate credit to God?
Churches, Ministries and the SMLLC for Churches
When an SMLLC for churches 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.
How Do We Define Success in Ministry?
God is working. But its not flashy, predictable, or perhaps even noticeable to the surrounding community. This article explores how we can approach defining success in ministry.
