"While I was on my way to speak at the Pentecostal World Fellowship in Helsinki, Doug Clay (leader of the U.S. Assemblies of God), shared their annual report with me. Here are some thoughts on Pentecostals and their growth."
The Real Reason Churches Are in Decline
The church is in decline because we are turned inward instead of outward. Our hearts are not breaking for what breaks the heart of God, which is people facing a Christ-less eternity. And sadly, only a simple “invite” is all that is often needed: “Come and see, come and hear, come and explore.”
Why Are So Many Christians So Cruel?
Many Christians today feel tension between faith and politics, often confusing partisan allegiance with discipleship. Lovett Weems warns that Christianity’s credibility suffers when political power replaces Christlike love. True patriotism, rooted in Jesus’ teachings, values compassion, diversity, humility, and love.
35 Questions First-Time Worship Guests Are Probably Asking
We’ve all heard the adage about only getting one shot at a first impression. So in addition to evaluating sermons and songs, we should also evaluate our worship spaces and structures. Those first-time guests are inevitably asking themselves questions about their worship service visits. If we ask those same questions preemptively before they visit, then maybe their answers will be positive ones when they actually do visit.
Why has the use of the offering plate declined?
Thom has seen a precipitous decline in the use of offering plates in churches. He joins Jess as they both examine the reasons behind the decline.
Also See: How did churches raise money before the introduction of the offertory?If Aslan is Shaking His Mane Again, Why Not Enjoy the Feast?
There’s that memorable scene in The Last Battle in which the unbelieving Dwarfs faced with a feast, offered through the generosity of Aslan, refuse the taste of grace spread before them. As they sit before a banquet, all of their implacable, blind unbelief renders the meal tasteless....
Do Pastors Need to Be Discipled?
Is there any believer that does not need to be discipled? I think many of us would be quick to say no, but so often we treat our pastors as if they do not need discipleship—a neglect that impacts both their spiritual life and our own....
5 Realities of Pastoral Ministry That Haven’t Changed
Unsurprisingly, some measures of pastors’ experiences shifted over the past decade. But five aspects of pastoral ministry have been consistent.
How to Make a Good Entrance
Pastor Hannah Bonner offers wisdom she’s gleaned in beginning ministry in some dramatically different places, highlighting the need for emotional engagement and interpersonal honesty.
Spurgeon’s 9 Tips for New Preachers
Charles Spurgeon was a great preacher and a great trainer of preachers. Through the Pastors’ College, Spurgeon trained and helped hundreds of men become faithful and effective preachers. I took his lecture titled “Sermons” and came up with nine summary statements that can be labeled as Spurgeon’s tips for new preachers.
10 Ways to Safeguard Your Church in the Digital Age
Here are 10 essential cybersecurity measures every church or ministry should implement....
Are You Under Attack or Under Construction? How to Tell the Difference
There are ways to discern whether you’re being spiritually attacked or spiritually refined. And when you know the difference, you’ll know how to fight—or how to surrender.
Fostering Invitation Culture At Your Church
One disclaimer before we start. If you aren’t a welcoming church then don’t welcome people. What I mean is, if your church currently struggles being a holy huddle, address that first and then look to foster invitation. You don’t want to invite people to an alienating experience.
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