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Having a Strong Character May Be the Greatest Tool for Evangelism

The distinction between genetic and genealogical ancestry may be valuable to theology.

Don’t try to carry the prayer burden alone.

A Journalist Explores the Credibility and Impact of Christianity

Outreach 100 pastors share their thoughts on church growth, discipleship, outreach and faithful ministry.

Across the United States, in churches of all shapes and sizes, God is breathing new life into his people as increasing numbers of leaders embrace the kingdom call to not just grow, but to reproduce and multiply.

We must be open to questions, dialogue and differing opinions if we are going to reach our postmodern culture.

We need to approach those who are struggling with their faith with generosity of spirit and love.

NewSound Church Celebrates Helping People Find God

Lake Pointe Church Multiples Healthy Churches in Major Cities

An encouraging new study reveals an increase in church multiplication. Here’s what we’re learning—and how your church can be a part of this kingdom call.

An alternative to the Benedict Option for navigating post-Christian America.

Tracking the powerful innovations that are changing the landscape of prison ministry today

The church in Africa is mirroring the early church in innovative ways.

And how to go about finding one.

How do you respond when you’re in a difficult situation, crisis or pain?

How can we live in such a way that our lives boast in the Lord?

Churches that send missionaries to difficult places must be ready to help them heal when they return.

Taking control of this facet of leadership will help you become that much more decisive and effective as a leader.

Are the structures of your church holding you back from being able to make good decisions?

Having a clear succession plan laid out in your church’s bylaws is a must.

My perfectionism was keeping me from using my gifts to the glory of God.

Though no story is the same, here’s how I made the jump.

How should churches think about refugees and immigrants?

Highlighting recommended resources for church leaders.

When sharing our faith, we must adapt to cultural considerations while remaining faithful to the true gospel.

An Introduction for Christian Witness

From revelation to redemption to relationship to responsibility

Even when we cannot see God at work in our world, he is sovereignly orchestrating everything.

Exploring God’s Design for Disciple-Making and Passing Faith to Future Generations (Grandparenting Matters)

What does the Bible have to say about the role of grandparents?

We can be confident when we pray because of who God is and what he has done.

If John Allen Chau was a fool—recent information suggests otherwise—he was a fool for Christ.

“The longer it takes people to figure out where we stand on political parties, in all likelihood the more faithfully we’re preaching Jesus.”

Confidence comes not from building ourselves up, but is drawn from the God who made us.

Many people believe the Bible is an obstacle to a tolerant society. Here’s how we can respond.

LifePoint Church in Clarksville, Tennessee, named fastest-growing church with release of the Outreach 100 American Megachurch Annual

Our sin doesn’t just affect us. That’s why it cannot stay hidden.

The Bridge’s ‘No More Fatherless Initiative’ Offers Physical and Spiritual Adoption.

“It’s not greed or selfishness that prevents people from giving. They’re just broke.”

So many people live half-hearted lives; the story of Caleb encourages us to live fully for God.

“Self-awareness is a gift. It can lead you to confession, repentance and a different future.”

When I reviewed several model churches, I discovered that healthy churches have these traits in common.

We often focus on making our churches bigger, but if we focus on making them better, that will take care of itself.

Jesus said that the harvest is ripe but the workers are few. How can we reawaken our evangelistic zeal?

Approximately 350 million people have no Scripture in their language. Here is an innovative way to reach these people.

By focusing on the metrics of joy and fruit, you can have a productive conversation with those you coach. Here’s how.

We are made to live in community, but there are times when we must stand alone. Here’s how to know when it’s time.

Abdu Murray: Finding Meaning and Clarity in a Post-Truth World

Jesus showed us that making disciples is about forming relationships.

“A few lessons that may help make your last Sunday be a happy ending rather than a hurtful one.”