The New Frontier: Mental Health and the Church
Mental Health and the Church. By including mental health education, churches are better positioned to take care of today’s needs and meet the needs of future generations.
10 Ways to Pastor First-Generation Believers
How do you pastor people when they're not just the only believers in their family; they’re the...
3 Rules to Stop Church Gossip
Pastors who want to grow churches should create an atmosphere of trust and respect within their community — always saying “no” to gossip.
Crafting a Memorable Sermon with Simple Storytelling Techniques
Pastors should foster spiritual maturity as they grow churches. By integrating simple storytelling techniques, they can teach their people to love and apply God’s Word.
“Free Kittens” are Never Free
Church growth occurs when pastors and other church leaders make a plan to engage people through Christian evangelism, effective community outreach, and discipleship ministry.
Bridging the Generation Gap
Church leaders can make a plan to promote trust, cooperation, and growth that bridges the gap between generations, especially within their church staff.
The Cost of Blind Loyalty
A healthy approach to job loyalty can help pastors navigate the difficulties of building and retaining a solid team to grow churches.
10 Signs Your Organization’s Culture is Toxic
If your staff is overwhelmed, frustrated, or prone to gossip, it’s time to evaluate your organization’s culture. Learn how to make lasting changes that lead to church growth!
How to Recruit & Retain Volunteers
5 Ways that Growing Churches Boost Volunteerism Volunteers are the heart of Christian ministry....
6 Ways to Help People Through the Aftershocks of the Pandemic
Practical Steps for Church Leaders to Minister to People in Crisis Pastors and church leaders have...
Sharing The Gospel In Times Of Crisis
Pastors and other church leaders can respond to needs AND share the gospel of hope. Learn how to share the gospel in times of crisis.
To Grow Churches, Assume that Visitors Have Desire
Out of all the church projects you can engage in, by all means make a plan to build church relevance by connecting with newcomers and finding a way to meet their needs so you can share Christ with them. This is the heart of pastoral care.
Pray For Your Men By Name
Christian leadership is a commitment to discipleship training. Pastors have the unique opportunity to invest in the men in their churches by learning to pray for each one by name.
Handling Controversial Issues In Groups
Small groups are the basis of church life. Leadership training should include lessons on listening, communication, and conflict resolution.
5 Ways Your Church Can Support a Theologically-Driven Student Ministry
Churches that commit to a theologically-driven student ministry will continue to impact culture. Discipleship, prayer, and community outreach can help grow churches.
The 4 Major Differences Between Bible Studies and Micro-Groups
While a Bible study can be an important part of a discipleship micro-group, it is only a part of the overall objective of transformation.
The INCREASE Solution: Strong Men Make a Strong Church
Discipling character defeats the chaos of culture
In-Person VS. Online Attendance: 3 Suggestions To Solve It
Avoid the Trap of Doing Nothing Well
Do You Have a Plan to Reopen Your Church?
Church is never going to be the same
A Perfect Storm: The Aftermath of COVID-19
A very real possibility of an unprecedented rise in “death by despair”
5 Steps to Prepare Before Reopening Churches
What Fundraising Professionals Can Teach Us About Rebuilding “Community”
7 Ways to Stay Relevant During a Crisis
There’s no limit to how creative you can be
Our Times: The Latest from Leonard Sweet, Rings of Fire
There has never been a present that has accurately comprehended itself historically, let alone interpreted the present adequately for the future.
Is She “Allowed” in Your Church?
She lives in your neighborhood
One Way to Punch Up Every Sermon
Never underestimate the power of a great tagline
