Wednesday's Catch: 'Why Your Church Should Hang Christmas Lights This Year' And More

Why Your Church Should Hang Christmas Lights This Year
While many churches will decorate their interiors with candles, greens, and banners—most people will never know. They won’t see the inside of your sanctuary—not your poinsettias nor your Chrismon trees. They won’t see the glorious beauty you have prepared inside your church. They’ll only see the outside of your building. Without the visible presence of lights you miss the opportunity to share the joy of the season with passersby.

The Christian Response to Genocide
This article, while it was written for Christians in the United Kingdom, is also relevant for Christians in the United States and Canada, especially because the incoming Trump administration's plans for the mass deportation of illegal immigrants borders on genocide. It is motivated by deep-seated prejudice against this segment of the population.

Thinking of Starting a New Ministry?
If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a new ministry, there’s a simpler way than the traditional and costly 501(c)(3).

7 Tips for Communicating the Gospel on Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve presents pastors with a unique opportunity to clearly and creatively communicate the gospel, as people come with expectations.

You Should Preach a Topical Sermon
...if I’m committed to expositional preaching, how do I address those important but occasional questions that arise? Are expository preachers allowed to preach topical sermons? If they decide to do so, what would that look like?

How Should We Pray? - A Helpful Framework of Seven ‘P’s
It helps to have some framework for prayer that shapes our thinking and speaking. I find it helpful to bear in mind the following aspects of prayer, both for my personal praying and public prayers....

Empowering Young Leaders: Equip Teens for Impact
Let’s look at practical tips to help teens make a difference. Young people can be servant leaders and role models now, not just in the future!

Volunteer Gifts for Christmas: 5 Fun Ways to Say Thanks
Need cool, creative volunteer gifts for Christmas? With time ticking away, we’ve got your back! You need just a few craft supplies and some do-it-yourself know-how. Then you’ll be ready to give extra-special volunteer gifts. These ideas are great for saying thanks to all your children’s ministry helpers!