What Christmas Teaches Us About the Timing of God
God's timetable is all over the Christmas story.
Tag: Saddleback Church Lake Forest
How God Grows Us During Times of Spiritual Dryness
August is often the driest month of the year here in Southern California. Not only is it physically dry, but it can also be spiritually, relationally and emotionally dry. The fact is, youre more than halfway through the year, but you still have a long way to go. Its about that time when you start to reflect on your spiritual growth during dryness and wonder how youll get everything done. We all face dry periods.
How I CRAFT My Sermons
Its true that Saddleback has gained attention because of its growth over the decades, but I dont want our church to grow just to add to our numbers. Im motivated by changed lives. Im always asking myself, Who is the next person God will radically change? Whose marriage will be transformed next? What is the […] This article discusses Rick Warren's method for crafting sermons.
How to Deal With Your COVID-19 Worries
You've noticed the worry in your community, but have you taken stock of your own COVID-19 worries?
3 Church Evangelism Effectiveness Lessons From the Front Lines
Discover three crucial lessons for church evangelism effectiveness learned from the front lines of ministry at Saddleback Church.
How God Works Through Our Weaknesses
Preaching can literally make me ill, so why do I keep doing it?
Getting Away to Find New Ideas
Anthony Miller, pastor of communications at Saddleback Church, outlines how his team innovates.
5 Reasons Visitors Return to Your Church
How to follow-up in ways that will make people feel at home and want to come back.
5 Keys for Making the Most of Small Groups
Your church will grow warmer as you prioritize relationships in small groups.
3 Needs That Can Only Be Met in Community
Each of us has significant needs that can only be met through the mutuality of biblical community. Here are three pivotal ones.