Latest Articles by Ed Stetzer

Be ready 2026

4 Ways To Be a Proactive Christian Witness in 2026

Let's be proactive for the gospel this year. Here are four ways to grow in our Christian witness in 2026.
Philip Yancey

The Yancey We Never Knew: Living Coram Deo and in Gospel Community Helps Guard...

Yesterday, many of us learned that renowned Christian author Philip Yancey was having an affair. What can we learn and apply to ourselves?
missions

From Every Campus to Every Country: Lessons From a Century of Missions Movements

If you trace the history of the modern missions movement, you’ll find a recurring theme: students saying yes to God.
missionary

Calling, Preparation, and Obedience: Raising Missionary Leaders Today

Stories of missionary calling rarely begin with a clear map. Obeying God is almost never linear. But that’s exactly how it should be.
mission

Equipping a New Generation for Mission and the Urbana Conference

We must help Christians reimagine their vocation, education, and skills as part of a larger purpose for the mission of God.
Becoming God's Family

20 Truths From ‘Becoming God’s Family: Why the Church Still Matters’

Dr. Carmen Imes new book, "Becoming God's Family: Why the Church Still Matters," is a beautiful call to care for and be a part of the church. 
urbana 25

The Local Church in God’s Global Mission

Urbana 25 is introducing a pastors' and church leaders' cohort to empower you to equip your people, students, and beyond for global missions.
evangelical challenges

5 Urgent Evangelical Challenges in the Coming Years

As the church continues to navigate an increasingly post-Christian culture, we have to ask ourselves if we are willing to face some truths and change some behaviors to reach the world with the message of the Gospel.
Bethlehem Baptist Church

Sunday Journeys: God’s Heart for the Nations at Bethlehem Baptist Church

Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis continues its global missions legacy, expanding church planting and missionary work worldwide.
Lord's Prayer

20 Truths From ‘Renewing Your Hope With the Lord’s Prayer’

Here are 20 truths from "Renewing Your Hope With the Lord's Prayer: Learning From Jesus How To Pray."