Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship
Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.
Research and Trends
It Takes Everyone
When every member shares the work, the whole body is better for it.
Addicted to More
Around half of evangelicals say they find their own measure of success and worth in obtaining more things.
Faith Rising: Gen Z and Millennials Lead a Comeback for Jesus
We need to encourage faith sharing not through pressure or guilt, but by inviting people to see that their neighbors may be far more open than they assume.
Fastest-Growing Churches: Lessons From the Front Lines
“People see “big C” church as judgy, legalistic rules. If we can work together and show the opposite of that, I feel like that’s our role: to rewrite the narrative of church based on serving.” —Meghan Smith, Trace Church
What Message Are You Sending Visitors?
By immediately communicating, ‘You are welcome here,’ you are answering guests’ big question: Should I be here?
Ready to Talk: Are Christians Speaking Truth to Our Culture?
It is easy to say our goal is to tell others about Jesus, but we often skip the step of asking God to make this possible.
David Kinnaman: Deconstruction Demystified
Deconstruction may not be about finding reasons to leave, but rather seeking guidance for a deeper stage of faith.
The Next Level: A Snapshot of Church Multiplication Trends
Seventeen percent of churches say they were directly or substantially involved in a church plant that opened in the last three years.
Discipleship on Purpose
Sharing the gospel and teaching each other should never stop. Starting and maintaining the relationships to foster both evangelism and discipleship is also nonstop.