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How to Help Church Guests Understand What’s Happening

Rick Warren - May 24, 2017

One of the reasons people are hesitant to try attending a church for the first time is that they’re not sure what to expect. In fact, they probably expect it to be a little bit awkward and uncomfortable.

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Why You Should STOP Being “On Fire for Jesus”

David Appelt - May 24, 2017

"The Bible never refers to Christians (mature ones or new ones) as being on fire."

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You Simply Cannot Grow a Church Without This

Brian Dodd - May 23, 2017

"Smart churches invest their best talent and best resources in children’s ministry."

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There Are Way Too Many Churches—Plus Two Other Hard but Necessary Truths

James Emery White - May 21, 2017

"People are exploring churches online more than they used to."

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4 Super Effective Ways to Help Graduates Keep Their Faith in College

Greg Stier - May 21, 2017

Prayer is a vastly underrated tool in helping our teenagers keep their faith long-term.

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4 Ways Satan Uses Christian Generosity for Evil

Darren Carlson - May 21, 2017

"Let’s be generous, but in helpful ways."

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When Church Members Insist on Their Rights

Joe McKeever - May 18, 2017

I tell my brethren that putting up with such trash talk is why the Lord has to call people into this work, instead of them lining up to volunteer. It’s why they pay us the big bucks.

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3 Ways We Hate Sin in Others More Than in Ourselves

Eric Geiger - May 18, 2017

After David committed adultery and murder and the Lord regarded all of it as evil, the Lord sent a prophet named Nathan to confront...

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How Scarcity Can Help Your Ministry Grow

Rich Birch - May 18, 2017

"Scarcity is a powerful tool to help drive engagement and, ultimately, growth at your church."

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Does God Want You to Be Happy or Holy?

Randy Alcorn - May 18, 2017

"When we separate God from happiness and from our longing for happiness, we undermine the Christian worldview."

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Why Do Churches Get Stuck in Growth

Chuck Lawless - May 17, 2017

They love each other, but no one has a growth vision for the future. The family of God enjoys a maintenance mode that doesn’t require change.

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Is God Interested in Making You Happy?

Joe McKeever - May 17, 2017

“He disciplines us for our good, that we may share His holiness." -Hebrews 12:10

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How Telling Someone “You’re Going to Hell” Can Be the Kindest Thing

Aaron Menikoff - May 17, 2017

"Kindness may be one of the most overlooked pieces of the fruit of the Spirit."

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Prayers to Make It Through 2017

Adam Weber - May 16, 2017

In 2017, we need Jesus and to become more like Him.

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Modern Outreach Has Shifted: 5 Keys Your Church Needs to Know

James Emery White - May 15, 2017

"You can't "build it" and have them come, but you can "create it" and have them be invited."

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Why We Do Parent Commissioning Instead of Baby Dedication

J.D. Greear - May 15, 2017

There are a lot of roles our church can fulfill—ministers to the least of these, gospel advocates to the unreached—but one role that we must never take on is that of being the primary discipler of all our kids.

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8 Reasons Churches Became Too Busy

Thom Rainer - May 14, 2017

Most churches keep their members so busy they don’t have time to do ministry.

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How to Save Your Marriage in Just Five Minutes

Brian Jones - May 14, 2017

"There are always two kinds of divorces—ones that people see coming a mile away, and those that completely blindside people."

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How to Bridge the Gap With Your Creatives

Beth Colletti - May 12, 2017

"There can be some tension because you have two different values rubbing against each other."

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Dear Teenager, Are You Buying the 5 Terrible Lies That Can Lead to Suicide?

Greg Stier - May 11, 2017

After 25+ years of working with teenagers I'm convinced that suicidal thoughts among young people are NOT uncommon.

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