God gave us feet so we can go into our communities and to the corners of the world to share the gospel. But going will cost—in several ways. Read More »
Missions
Why Church Leaders Should Connect With People of Other Faiths
Once a month, I walk into a room with a couple of Jews, a couple of Muslims, and a couple of Catholics. And every time I see them, I invite questions. Read More »
3 Ways Storytelling Can Build a Sending Culture
How do you challenge the people in your congregation to reconsider their Great Commission role? Stories are the best way to begin shaping a sending culture. Read More »
4 Ways to Balance Leading the Church and Loving the Community
How do we both lead our church and love our community well? And how does this calling inform a church leader’s priorities and daily schedule? Read More »
10 Ways to Build an Evangelistic Church Culture
A church is likely to be enthusiastic about evangelism as its pastor. Building a culture of evangelism takes time—years or even decades. Read More »
8 Ideas for Deploying Students on Mission
You don’t have to take a week-long excursion to give your young people a reason to study and take their Christian faith seriously. Read More »
Mission: The Outcome of Devotion
Going out on mission is not a limited calling for only some of Jesus’ followers. Instead, it is the inevitable outcome of being with Jesus. Read More »
3 Reasons Your Church Is at Risk of Decline
The mission of God understood in the church of Jesus Christ is not fragile, but your local congregation is extremely delicate. Read More »
The 7 Most Dangerous Words in Evangelism
Discipleship that perseveres flows from a commitment to truth, not an easy life filled with minimal expectations and demands. Read More »
8 Prayers You Can Pray for Your Mission Teams
There can be no doubt prayer is the primary ingredient for a successful mission trip. Here are some prayers one pastor prays for their mission teams. Read More »