The church is not dying. It’s in fine shape. Jesus said he’d build it, and he is. Relentlessly and beautifully. But individual congregations, denominations, and ideologies? Now that’s another story. While the church of Jesus around the world continues to move forward, chasing away the darkness with the light of Jesus, many local expressions of the church are watching their candles flicker in recent years.
"Is this thing on?"
Let’s get this out first: online ministry isn’t the future. It’s not a fad. It’s not a trend. It didn’t start with COVID—and it doesn’t end there. Online ministry is not a post-pandemic pivot, and it’s definitely not optional. Online ministry is now.
VOICES: 6 ways pastors can lead to a more Gospel-focused church culture
The biblical mandate to share the Gospel is often incorrectly viewed as an optional spiritual practice for believers, which may be a hurdle you are experiencing with your own congregation. The Bible is explicitly clear that every person who has a relationship with Christ is both called and commanded to share this good news.
Yes, You Need to Change How You Preach (Here are 5 Changes I’ve Made)
We need to communicate in the best possible way for those listening. Clear is better than clever.
Turn the World into a Pulpit
William Spurstowe saw sermons everywhere.
The 7-Minute Worship Team Check-In
Before your next worship team ehearsal do this one thing and it will transform the culture of your volunteer worship ministry.
New Trends in Kids’ Check-In
The new technology involved in children’s check-in systems today goes far beyond attendance tracking. For ministries working to achieve more with less, these systems can provide tools to ensure child safety, increase efficiency, connect with families, and access important data.
Father’s Day Program Ideas for Church: Honor Men With These Activities
Kids love to celebrate special people in their lives. And those special people love to feel appreciated! So plan now to make the day special with these Father’s Day program ideas for church.
How to Plan a Group Mission Trip
One of the highlights of my year is our church’s annual family mission trip to Belize. If I’m counting correctly, my next trip will be the seventh group mission trip I’ve led. I’ve learned a lot of what to do and what not to do along the way. In fact, each trip brings unique learning experiences. I also remember the first year we planned and feeling totally lost in how to get started. If that is you, hopefully our plan can help you.
Berliners are rediscovering their faith outdoors through local pilgrimages
Christian pilgrimage walks are a way for Berliners and visitors of all ages to engage with their faith without stepping foot in a church.
"Is this thing on?"
Let’s get this out first: online ministry isn’t the future. It’s not a fad. It’s not a trend. It didn’t start with COVID—and it doesn’t end there. Online ministry is not a post-pandemic pivot, and it’s definitely not optional. Online ministry is now.
VOICES: 6 ways pastors can lead to a more Gospel-focused church culture
The biblical mandate to share the Gospel is often incorrectly viewed as an optional spiritual practice for believers, which may be a hurdle you are experiencing with your own congregation. The Bible is explicitly clear that every person who has a relationship with Christ is both called and commanded to share this good news.
Yes, You Need to Change How You Preach (Here are 5 Changes I’ve Made)
We need to communicate in the best possible way for those listening. Clear is better than clever.
Turn the World into a Pulpit
William Spurstowe saw sermons everywhere.
The 7-Minute Worship Team Check-In
Before your next worship team ehearsal do this one thing and it will transform the culture of your volunteer worship ministry.
New Trends in Kids’ Check-In
The new technology involved in children’s check-in systems today goes far beyond attendance tracking. For ministries working to achieve more with less, these systems can provide tools to ensure child safety, increase efficiency, connect with families, and access important data.
Father’s Day Program Ideas for Church: Honor Men With These Activities
Kids love to celebrate special people in their lives. And those special people love to feel appreciated! So plan now to make the day special with these Father’s Day program ideas for church.
How to Plan a Group Mission Trip
One of the highlights of my year is our church’s annual family mission trip to Belize. If I’m counting correctly, my next trip will be the seventh group mission trip I’ve led. I’ve learned a lot of what to do and what not to do along the way. In fact, each trip brings unique learning experiences. I also remember the first year we planned and feeling totally lost in how to get started. If that is you, hopefully our plan can help you.
Berliners are rediscovering their faith outdoors through local pilgrimages
Christian pilgrimage walks are a way for Berliners and visitors of all ages to engage with their faith without stepping foot in a church.
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