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Church Leadership

What Happens When a Church Stops Measuring Attendance First?

When I pastored, I always knew how many people attended on a Sunday morning. Maybe you do as well. What I didn’t know was how many people were actually engaged in making disciples. Most churches don't intentionally…

Thad BergmeierJune 23, 2026

Missionary Support Soul Care

Why Missionaries Should Lean into Biblical Soul Care

What book has stood the test of time, staying relevant for every culture and era, and speaking to every person throughout history? No matter your birthplace, language, or background, this…

Josh GrienerJune 9, 2026

Soul Care

Soul Care Conversations…

1* Greetings and Blessings! Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you! I’ve always loved this greeting to Mary from the angel Gabriel. Kindness, blessing, promise and hope in one…

Mark GonzalesFebruary 3, 2026

Evangelism Strategies

Rethinking Local Missions

Missions often evoke images of crossing geographical and cultural boundaries to share the Gospel in foreign lands. However, it is important to recognize that, for many Christians, the cultural landscape of their…

Leo A. ModicaDecember 2, 2025

Cross-Cultural Ministry

Tamana’s Journey: From Silence To Hope

Tamana stood in the doorway of her modest apartment, watching her two children race across the lawn, their laughter filling the air on a quiet afternoon. It was a sound…

AnonymousNovember 25, 2025

Discipleship

Jesus Continues to Save People

What a privilege it is to join in with Christ in His pursuit of those who do not know Him. Every born-again follower of Jesus is called to be a…

Danny ForsheeMay 13, 2025

Evangelism Strategies

5 Actions of Faithful Evangelists

As a Christian you want other people to get saved. You know that God uses means in the salvation of others and you want God to use you but you…

William BoekesteinFebruary 24, 2025

Discipleship

The Roots of Discipleship That Connect Us To the Holy Spirit

Discipleship is deeply rooted in five essential foundations: prayer, worship, right doctrine, right living, and the Great Commandment experience. Each root nourishes our faith, drawing us closer to God’s presence…

Nate IngleFebruary 11, 2025

Discipleship Evangelism Strategies

The Story of Hope – An Evangelistic Tool

As pastors, we often feel the weight of the call to evangelism, knowing it's a vital part of our ministry. Second Timothy 4:5 reminds us to "do the work of…

David LevyAugust 12, 2024

Church Leadership Church Revitalization

The Danger and Necessity of a Passion for Church Growth

The rise of modern Calvinism has taken many by surprise, as millions across various nations and traditions affirm these old and often controversial doctrines. This resurgence comes as a reaction…

Tim ChalliesAugust 1, 2024

Spiritual Growth