Here’s a shocker: The unchurched think the church is more relevant than many regular attenders do. But they don’t trust it. While 81% of churchgoers trust their church, only 30% of the unchurched say the same. The dichotomy is fascinating....
Gen Z Is More Than Just Anxious
What the church gets wrong—and what it can get right—about forming a generation shaped by screens and longing for purpose.
Exposing the Denominations of Nondenominational Churches
Does "non-denominational" mean that a church is not part of any group larger than their own congregation? Probably not. Let's look at some of these churches and the groups they belong to.
Also See: What is a Denomination?Theologian says the 'Trump admin and its apologists are working overtime — using Jesus' name'
It was a moment somewhat like this, 30 years ago, that turned me into a biblical scholar. In the lead-up to the passage of the 1996 Welfare Reform Act, political and religious leaders quoted scripture to justify shutting down food programs and kicking mothers and their babies off public assistance. Those leaders, many of them self-described Christians, chose to ignore the majority of passages in the Bible that preached “good news” to the poor and promised freedom to those captive to injustice and oppression. Instead, they put forward unethical and ahistorical (mis)interpretations and (mis)appropriations of biblical texts to prop up American imperial power and punish the poor in the name of a warped morality.
An Earnest Call to Gospel-Fuelled Compassion
Amy DiMarcangelo’s Go and Do Likewise is an earnest call for Christians to be faithful doers of gospel-fuelled mercy. In many ways, it’s a book about perspective. How do we see others? How do we see what we’ve been given? How do we understand God and the call to global justice and mercy? As our answers to these questions align with the gospel, we become agents of mercy—not disabled by the overwhelming needs of the world, but spurred on by them. Our lives and possessions turn outward in holistic and sustainable service of others.
How to Turn Everyday Activities into Meaningful Rituals
Certainly we all have routines that get us up and going, get us through the day and ready for sleep. What can turn a routine into a ritual?
Why It Might Be Time to Hire a Director of Groups Ministry
Here are four indicators that your church may benefit from employing a dedicated director of groups ministry.
5 Paradigm Shifts on How to Grow Small Groups
While the phrase “paradigm shift” may be used and heard a lot today, the actual occurrence of one is still a rare sight. A paradigm shift can be defined as a dramatic change by members of a group or community in the cognitive framework of basic assumptions, ways of thinking, underlying suspicions and methodology. I believe a true paradigm shift on how to grow small groups can release a desperately needed disciple-making revolution in our churches.
4 Things Every Kids Minister Needs From Their Pastor
When pastors offer their kids minister these four things, they build a partnership that strengthens the entire church.
KidMin Storytelling: Don’t Steal the Show
Need tips for kidmin storytelling? Here are insider insights from a children’s ministry pro.
5 Keys for Sharing Your Faith
Here are five important components that can help you be a peaceful presence of Jesus while you are seeking to share your faith and shine the light of Jesus.
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