Next summer, kids will seek animals in rainforests, grasslands, frozen tundra, and the Rocky Mountains with “In the Wild,” the 2019 Vacation Bible School theme. Read More »
Resources
Christians Must Do More Than ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’
The better way is rooted in focusing our eyes upward on something better than what is found in our shallow pockets of grit and determination. Read More »
How Leaders Can Bring Hope in a World of Upheaval: A Q&A With Max Lucado
Some might say our world seems more hopeless than ever. But pastor and author Max Lucado offers a different perspective. Read More »
15 Gift Ideas to Help Your Graduates Thrive Spiritually
No matter from where your students are graduating, here are some resources that will give them a spiritual blessing relevant to the issues they’re facing. Read More »
Bill Hybels, Willow Creek and #MeToo: How Churches Should Respond to Accusations of Pastoral Misconduct
No one wants to believe their pastor could betray the congregation. And no one wants to falsely accuse a pastor. So how should church leaders respond? Read More »
The Front Door Churches Often Forget
If you aren’t focusing resources and time on your church website, you are thumbing your nose at the Great Commission. And that’s not an overstatement. Read More »
Equipping Parents to Raise Christ-Centered Kids in a Complex Culture
Facts & Trends recently spoke with Phillip Bethancourt, executive vice president of the ERLC, about countercultural parenting as an essential focus of the church. Read More »
Books and Bible Studies On Our Radar Winter 2018
Here are some books and Bible studies we believe can help your personal devotion and church ministry. Read More »
The IDEAL Method for Resolving Marital Conflict
If you’re struggling with yielding to the Holy Spirit during times of conflict in your marriage, prayerfully consider trying these five practices. Read More »
Avoiding “Sin Shock”
Jesus was never shocked by sin, but we often are. And whether we intend to or not, we create a space where confession is not wanted or welcomed. Read More »