There is no doubt that we find ourselves in a time of national and global crisis. The outbreak of the COVID-19 virus has upended normal… Read More »How the Church is Serving Those in Need During the COVID-19 Pandemic
As church leaders, we know the joy and satisfaction that can be found through serving others. Not only do we bless others through our service… Read More »10 Ways for Your Church to Serve the Community
Stable, strong families make stable, strong churches. Healthy Christian marriages make strong families. This means that as churches we should be doing everything we can… Read More »Supporting Christian Marriages in Your Church
New year, new you…right? Most people start off every New Year with a list of goals, dreams, aspirations, or better yet, resolutions for physical well-being,… Read More »Spiritual Health: Setting and Maintaining Goals for Accountability
This side of Heaven seeing God clearly is a struggle. We are often blinded by our own selfish desires, we seek counsel from all the… Read More »Seeing God Clearly Throughout 2020
Originally appeared in “Christianity Today” In her comprehensive article on digital media and “post-literate” Bible reading, Karen Swallow Prior urges church leaders to consider the… Read More »Article Review: “Screens are Changing the Way We Read Scripture”
November brings cooler temperatures, yards filled with piles of fallen leaves and people compiling lists of things for which they are thankful. But how do… Read More »4 Ways to Choose Gratitude Even When You Don’t Feel Grateful
When I was 14 years old, a godly woman named Cheryl took me under her wing. We spent time together, ate a lot of ice… Read More »A Pastor’s Practical Guide to Taking the Next Step with Discipleship
Jennifer was a young worship leader at a vibrant and growing church in suburban America. Her enthusiasm for her own walk with God was off… Read More »Casting Vision and Cultivating Alignment: A Tutorial for Ministry Leaders
The Christmas season is all about giving. Hopefully, as we consider the wonder of the gift of the Christ child, we will be motivated toward… Read More »12 Great Ways to Give This Holiday Season
Although the memories are fading, I can still picture my children when they were babies sleeping soundly in their cribs, blissfully unaware of the challenges… Read More »5 Simple Ways to Encourage Children in Their Faith
As church leaders who are required to speak, write, and lead our people with excellence, we know the importance of a regular reading habit. Whether… Read More »Encouraging a Habit of Reading
