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7 Ways to Do a BAD Word Study

Sometimes it’s hard to wade through the muck and know when you’re being short changed.

How to Prevent a Deficit in Your Church Budget

Church budgeting isn’t the same as personal budgeting for a variety of reasons.

Explosions Near Boston Marathon Finish Kill At Least 2, Injure Many

A federal law enforcement authority confirmed that this was an intentional bombing.

Survey Lists Most Post-Christian Cities in the U.S.

Albany, New York was the most post-Christian city, according to Barna research.

New York Man Forgives, Befriends Brother's Killer

After struggling with his anger for years, Anthony Colon forgave and gave support to the man who shot his brother in East Harlem.

Trial Involving Abortion "House of Horrors" Revealed on Twitter

Pro-life Twitter users are focusing on the trial of Kermit Gosnell and alleged atrocities that took place at his Philadelphia abortion clinic, even as the mainstream media essentially ignore it.

Author Brennan Manning Passes Away at 78

Manning was best known for his book, "The Ragamuffin Gospel."

Changing Gears: From Fasting to Feasting

Why did the resurrected Jesus stick around for another 40 days?

The Science Behind Know-It-All-Leaders

Why leaders must break the addiction to being right.

One Surefire Way to Avoid Criticism

If you’re attracting criticism, it just may be a sign you’re doing something significant.

21 Things Leaders Must STOP Doing

Everything truly rises and falls with leadership.

How to Succeed in Setting Priorities

Do you struggle with understanding priorities in your organization?

When Leaders Must Pull the Plug on a Ministry

When do you cut your losses and pull the plug?

Why We Love Underdogs

Part of us wants the "unlovable" person to win. Why?

From Idea to Action: 3 KEYS for Change

What separates the dream from reality?

Should Pastors Receive Honorarium for Weddings?

Is the pastor doing work that is either less important or less skilled than anyone else in the wedding?

John Piper Praises Rap Song Condemning the Prosperity Gospel

Piper tweeted the video of the song by Christian rapper Shai Linne, which harshly criticizes preachers of the "prosperity gospel" and gives names of well-known pastors.

Groeschel: "People Aren't Rejecting God But the Church"

LifeChurch.tv's pastor Craig Groeschel says faith in general in this country is not waning -- it's faith in the church that's declining.

Why I Resigned (and You Should, Too)

Shawn Lovejoy: "After much prayer and reflection, I have made a private decision I need to make public here today."

Courageous Leaders, Bullies and Weasels

True leadership demands character.

Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex...

Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship.

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