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Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Tuesday' Catch: 'Multiplication Wins: Why It’s Time to Replace Your Church Scoreboard' And More


Multiplication Wins: Why It’s Time to Replace Your Church Scoreboard
Jesus called us to make disciples who make disciples. But the gap between addition and multiplication is a critical divide in the church.

Gen Z's Spiritual Awakening
In my Revival Series opener, Zach Meerkreeb shares the backstory of the Asbury Outpouring sparked by his sermon, which didn't go particularly well.

He explores Gen Z's unique spiritual awakening, the power of humility and confession, and offers guidance for church leaders who want to see revival in their churches.

5 Revival Secrets You Need To Know Before It's Too Late with Jon Tyson
In Part 2 of my Revival Series, Jon Tyson does a deep dive on the history of revival, including a detailed account of what happened/is happening in the Hebrides and in NYC.

He explores how to prepare and preach for revival, how to be sensitive to its dynamics and what to do to get ready personally and organizationally.

Revival Broke Out at Saddleback Church
In Part 3 of my Revival Series, Andy Wood (Lead Pastor of Saddleback Church) and Luke LeFevre (A Gen Z preacher who works with the Gather movement) discuss a prophetic word Luke received about an outpouring of the Spirit at Saddleback church.

They discuss the prophetic word, what actually happened, how God is moving at Saddleback, and the implications for every pastor in America who leads large or small churches.

Russell Moore: Young Men Who Gravitate to Douglas Wilson ‘Become Losers’
On the Aug. 15 episode of “The Bulletin” podcast, Dr. Russell Moore said Pastor Douglas Wilson presents a “really dark and non-Christian view of who God is fundamentally”—and that young men who embrace Wilson’s teachings “become losers” instead of “responsible, faithful men.”

Pastor at Doug Wilson's church plant says married women give up their right to vote
An Idaho pastor linked to self-identified Christian nationalist Douglas Wilson has argued that women forfeit their right to vote when they get married.
Denying women their hard-won right to vote is a step toward the disenfranchisement of other segments of the US population, such a people who do not subscribe to the theological, social, and political views of Doug Wilson's Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC).
Charismatics are having a moment, PRRI panelists explain
The innate yearning to control government and society has propelled charismatic Christianity to prominence in a Trump presidency determined to impose authoritarian rule in the U.S., political science and religion scholars said during a recent webinar.

Jerusalem freezes Greek Patriarchate's finances in latest squeeze on Holy Land Christians
'As an Armenian living in the Old City, it is deeply troubling to witness the gradual erosion of our Christian presence here,' said Levon Kalaydjian, an Armenian Christian activist in Jerusalem.

Western Louisiana Episcopalians support immigrants detained in state’s ICE facilities
Episcopalians in the Diocese of Western Louisiana’s Allies for Immigrants ministry are working to support immigrants who are in facilities throughout the state operated by U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement.

Top scientist issues stark mRNA vaccine warning to U.S.
Rick Bright, the former director of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) has warned that Department of Health and Human Services' decision to cut funding for mRNA vaccine development could threaten American national security.

"BARDA wasn't the only government agency making early investments in mRNA research," Bright wrote in an opinion piece for The New York Times. "The Department of Defense and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency had already recognized mRNA's potential for swift action against emerging biological threats, including those that might be weaponized."
What we are witnessing the present administration is a number of serious examples of the Dunning-Kruger effect and the Peter principle. There is a strong likelihood that they will have horrendous consequences for the nation, the world, and ourselves!
Why You Should Use Hymns
These days many worship leaders believe they’re too hip or cool to include hymns in their cutting edge praise sets. It’s their loss – and their congregation’s.

Why We Sing—and Why a Hymnal
From the article: "Curated by award-winning hymn writers Keith and Kristyn Getty, The Sing! Hymnal features timeless hymns to deepen corporate worship and unity among believers. With liturgical readings and a durable cover, this edition is ideal for regular church use."
I have not reviewed this hymnal so I cannot comment on its contents and whether it would be useful for churches to adopt.
What to Look for When Choosing New Worship Team Members
Building a worship team is more than assembling a group of talented musicians—it’s about curating a team that reflects the heart, humility, and spiritual integrity needed to lead others into God’s presence. Worship leadership carries both musical and pastoral weight, and selecting the right people sets the tone for your church’s worship culture. Whether you’re starting a team from scratch or adding new voices and instruments to an existing group, choosing worship team members wisely will ensure long-term unity, excellence, and spiritual effectiveness. This article outlines key factors to consider as you discern who should be part of your worship ministry.

Churches, Don’t Dismiss ‘Brain Rot’
"We know scrolling is terrible for us, but we do it anyway. Calling it brain rot at least gives us the minor consolation of self-awareness."

His state banned phones in class. This Alabama teacher saw an instant change. 'It's magic.'
When Alabama enacted a new law keeping phones out of classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year, one teacher saw an instant change.

“Today, all of my students, 100% of them, took notes in my class, did their assignment, asked for help when they got stuck and turned it in, and then when they were done, they talked to each other,” Jonathan Buchwalter, a Tuscaloosa County High School 11th grade history teacher, said in an Aug. 8 TikTok that reached nearly 2 million views.

“I have been pulling my hair out for like, eight years. Has it been this easy of a solution the whole time?” Buchwalter asks in the video.

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