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Church Revitalization

Twenty Ways To Solve Our Pastor Shortage

The pastor shortage has become a serious matter in the evangelical world. A friend just told me that in his region of his Bible-believing denomination, they will be losing one-third of their…

Brian ThorstadJanuary 13, 2026

Church Revitalization

Reformation of the Church

We believe genuine church planting is not a program, but a Spirit-led movement rooted in sound biblical doctrine that results in the evangelization and revival of a place.

Dwight SmithSeptember 23, 2025

Church Revitalization Local Church

Is It Too Late for the American Church?

“This then is what I mean by spontaneous expansion. I mean the expansion which follows the unexhorted and unorganized activity of individual members of the Church explaining to others the…

Dwight SmithJuly 16, 2025

Church Revitalization

All of Christ’s People

In 2015, the Golden State Warriors won the NBA championship - their first title in exactly 40 years. Even a casual basketball fan will recognize the Warriors’ headline talent from…

Jonathan DrakeJuly 1, 2025

Church Revitalization

Ambiguous Terminology in Shifting Theological Paradigms

Ambiguous terminology has long played a subtle yet powerful role in shaping theological paradigms. Terms such as "leadership" and "complementarian" do not appear directly in Scripture, but they have been…

Ray BrandonJune 25, 2025

Church Revitalization

Mission Critical

Almost all of us understand the importance of mission. After all, one of the guiding statements that has propelled many of us into our calling is the Great Commission. My…

Josh HarveyJune 18, 2025

Church Revitalization

The Culture Compass: Using a Church’s Unique Identity to Guide Revitalization

Church revitalization thrives on biblical faithfulness, intentional leadership, and a deep commitment to spiritual renewal. Revitalization breathes new life into a congregation while staying true to its identity. Every church…

Jeremy BenbrooksMarch 19, 2025

Church Revitalization Discipleship

A Call to the Church

For generations, culture has influenced the church, but the church is called to be the one shaping culture for Christ. How can believers stand firm in biblical truth while engaging…

Glenn ClodgoMarch 11, 2025

Church Revitalization Discipleship

Leading Our Churches in Biblical Discipleship

I believe there is a sickness among churches in America and that “we” have lost sight of our Christ-commanded, Holy Spirit-directed purpose. The problem is simple to define: it is…

Nate IngleFebruary 3, 2025

Church Revitalization

Exposing Ten Church Revitalization Myths

Revitalization - The action of imbuing something with new life and vitality. Before I experienced my new birth, I was blessed to observe a vitalized group of believers: college kids…

Brian ThorstadJanuary 27, 2025

Church Revitalization

Twenty Ways To Solve Our Pastor Shortage

Reformation of the Church

Is It Too Late for the American Church?

All of Christ’s People

Ambiguous Terminology in Shifting Theological Paradigms

Mission Critical

The Culture Compass: Using a Church’s Unique Identity to Guide Revitalization

A Call to the Church

Leading Our Churches in Biblical Discipleship

Exposing Ten Church Revitalization Myths

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