Friday's Catch: Thinking Outside the Box and More

Think Outside the Box: What Would God Plant?

Doing church in the traditional way may not be good enough in the mission context in which we’re living. Read More

4 Ways Partnerships with Other Churches Proclaim the Gospel

Through linking arms with other local church leaders, I’ve discovered four ways this kind of collaboration extends the gospel into our community. Read More

Why The Public Salvation Call Is Harder In A Small Church (And A Couple Alternatives)

While small churches may not see salvations every week, we must be ready for them when they happen. Read More

5 Things to Consider When Confronting a Friend

Sin becomes public in three different ways: someone confesses it, we see it, or we are told about it. Each of these suggests different responses. Read More

10 Signs Your Heart Is Leaning in the Wrong Direction

My goal in this post is to help you evaluate the spiritual condition of your heart in preparation for worship this weekend. Based on my conversations with church members and leaders who’ve found themselves in backslidden conditions, below are some common denominators they’ve described for me. Use them to evaluate your own life before going to church this weekend.... Read More

Can Christians Trust Muslim Hospitality?

Arab theologians counsel Americans fearful of “taqiyya,” Islam’s alleged permission to lie, around Eid al-Adha and Ramadan holidays. Read More