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4 Reminders for When You Feel Like Giving Up on Ministry
“God wants His glory, and if that means that you have to suffer a little bit for people to see God in your life, then you do it,” says author, speaker, and artist Jackie Hill Perry.
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5 Things I Wish I’d Done Differently as a Student Pastor
My pastor gave me a shot as a zealous young guy, and I’m forever grateful. I made mistakes, and I learned from them. Here’s what I’d do differently. Read More »
7 Ways to Handle a Disgruntled Group Member
The disgruntled person may have an issue with the pastor, a decision made by the church, or someone else in the group. You’re the group’s leader. What are you supposed to do? Read More »
The Bible Passage People Mistake For Good News
In the present state of the world, there’s a season for everything. The good news, however, isn’t about embracing balance or finding one’s place in the circle of life. Read More »
3 Ways to Cultivate a Congregation That Serves
Serving others is a good thing. Even those with no connection to the Christian faith will tell you that. So why is it so hard to get people to serve, and how can we get them off the sidelines? 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 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 »
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 »
How a Hurricane Revealed One Church’s Difference Making Culture
For a month after the landfall of Hurricane Harvey, the worship team at First Baptist Houston never sang one song, but pastor Gregg Matte says they never stopped leading in worship. Read More »