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Substituting Social Justice for Evangelism, and 4 Other Missional Misfires

Every church would say they are in it for the mission, which is why misfiring on that mission is something to be avoided at all costs.

Super Easy Ways to Encourage Those Around You

A kind word or gesture to a stranger or even a friend or loved one goes a long way.

How to Meet People Right Where They Are

"The goal of each and every believer is to serve and lead in such a way that the body of Christ builds itself up in love."

11 Ways to Bring Joy to Your City

Learn how to strike a balance between being involved in your city but not defined by your city.

Why Is Finding a Church So Hard, Hard, Hard?

"There is nothing Satan would rather do than to disconnect us from other believers, discourage us and disappoint us."

Your Outreach Efforts Can Be Both Attractive AND Missional (Here's How)

Is your church more focused on attracting people or sending out people?

Do You Blame the Unchurched for Everything?

If you harbor any resentment toward unbelievers, here are a few things to consider.

9 Ways to Prepare Yourself for Planting a Church

Before you take the leap, read this church planting wife's secrets to perfect planning.

Is the Fear of Man Preventing You From Reaching Out?

Do not let the fear of what others think prevent you from loving and serving those around you.

"I Feel Led to Plant a Church." Now What?

Before you embark on planting a church, ask yourself these 5 probing questions.

Does Your Church Have a Strategy for Adding New Groups?

Are there any benefits to starting new groups at your church? Thom Rainer unpacks his thoughts on the subject.

A Smart and Simple Way to Share Your Faith Effectively

I want to talk about Jesus in a way that directly relates to my friends, in a way that gets their attention, that piques their interest, that engages their life stories.

Chuck Warnock: We Still Need (Some) Monocultural Churches

Before you overhaul your church to become more multicultural, consider these six benefits of keeping your church as it is.

Welcome to Riot Evangelism

Jesus never said he’d be handing out medals in the end for good and faithful cowards.

It's Time to Rethink Gender-Specific Outreach Efforts

Long gone are the days of women-only and men-only outreach events.

Why Your Local Church (No Matter How Small) Will Save the World

From the Scotland mission field comes sage advice on the vital importance of church planting.

You Should Invite EVERYONE You Know to Church

Why should the gospel be presented to everyone? Here are 3 great reasons.

How to Reach Out to Your Mormon Neighbors

What's the best way to show Christ's love to our Mormon friends and neighbors?

Do We Neglect the Sick and Dying?

Why has visiting hospitals to care for the sick and dying become a lost art for next-gen pastors?

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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