Why do we think doing the Lord’s will has to be miserable? If the Spirit has gifted us, and if we’re growing in grace, we’ll enjoy serving the Lord and the church with the gifts He’s given us. Read More »
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2020 VBS Helps Kids Build on the Love of Jesus
In ‘Concrete & Cranes,’ kids will learn how they can build their lives on a sure foundation—Christ and His gospel. Read More »
Research: Serving Others Doesn’t Come Easy to Many Christians
Despite Jesus’ admonition for Christians to serve others, many Protestant churchgoers find service difficult, according to a new study from LifeWay Research. Read More »
10 Pieces of Advice for a Young Church Leader
There are going to be many temptations, distractions, and ministry directions. Be wary of the hype over the “next new thing” and take your time evaluating ideas. Read More »
4 Ways Pastors Become Pretenders
Most of us have a pastor-friend who was exposed for living a double life. Our typical response is to look back and wonder what we missed. Read More »
3 Things a Small Group Leader is Not
We all have preconceived ideas of what a leader should be, sound, and look like. There is no template for an effective leader, and every successful leader is flawed. Read More »
10 Ways to Evaluate Your Church’s Readiness for an Active Shooter
What would happen if an active shooter slipped into your church facility during a weekend service? Does the current building design thwart danger or leave members vulnerable? Read More »
10 Little Things That Can Change Your Ministry as a Pastor
It’s been said the first 15 minutes after waking up is the most important part of the day. As Christians, especially as pastors, our devotional time with the Lord must be the first thing on our minds. Read More »
8 Strategies for Guiding People to the Right Group
Using one or more of these ways to guide people to groups will help you more quickly assimilate them into the life of your church through its groups ministry. Read More »
3 Church Culture Shifts to Keep Young Parents Spiritually Engaged
Young parents often have two professional incomes and the ability to fund a busy lifestyle, which is the expected path among their peers. How can the local church reach them? Read More »