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Two Big Reasons Evangelism Isn't Working

How you communicate the gospel matters. Do it well.

Two Surprising Steps to Exceeding Guest Expectations

Understand what it's like to be a guest at your church.

15 Characteristics of Today's Unchurched Person

How would you describe the people in your community who need to hear about Jesus?

Rejecting the Christian Idolatry of White Culture

With God’s help, white people need to look into their hearts and, as a community, examine their theology.

The Church's Role in Eradicating Violence Against Women

We must teach from our pulpits that women are to be cherished, honored and protected by men.

What Would Jesus Do on Social Media?

Social media is a fairly neutral medium, but it's a medium that reveals our hearts so accurately.

Why Our House Church Isn’t Really a House Church

"As we developed as a church, we adopted a set of 12 foundational convictions that give shape to how we organize ourselves together as a church and in the context of our community."

35 Reasons Why the Church Should Stand in the Gap for Women

We can't ignore the facts any longer. Women are being treated abusively and unfairly all over the world. It's time for us to step in.

5 Ways to Make a Bigger Impact on Those Around You

Stop trying to accomplish everything on your own. Take a risk. Invite others in.

Why Reading Non-Christian Books Might Change Your Whole Ministry

As a Christian reader, my task, my challenge and my joy is to read with discernment.

The Magical Fix-It Bullet for Faith: 8-Minute Abs for Your Spiritual Life

"I would rather teach you how to think than what to think."

What Happens When Mission Trips Change Lives

Did you go on a mission trip this past summer?

Warning: The World Is Watching How We Christians Treat One Another

Disagreements can be healthy and helpful, but don't let them descend into misrepresentation and personal attacks.

Are You Passionate About the Comfort of Other People?

God's comfort often comes through unexpected sources. Embrace them.

Fight for Unity or Don’t Fight at All: A Plea to Keep Your Opinions to Yourself

If you have an online platform, use it to bring all believers to prayer, not gossip.

5 Compelling Reasons to Direct People to God When They're Overwhelmed

“When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher than I.” —Psalm 61:2

Christians Can Be Jerks, but They Don’t Need to Be

Justin Lathrop: "Unpopular" and "unlikeable" are not the same thing.

How to Pray for a Terrorist

The only way terrorist groups will ever be defeated is if they are transformed by the most powerful love ever known.

Growing in the Work of Love

“The love God works in us for others is absolutely essential to the faithful and meaningful life.”

Andy Bannister: How Pastors and Churches Can Stop Living as ‘Undercover...

Dr. Andy Bannister joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how pastors and church members can share their faith boldly, strategically, and without fear.

Articles for Outreach & Missions