Articles for Outreach & Missions

12 Warning Signs You May Be Attending a Legalistic Church

Legalism can creep up on us in subtle and often undetectable ways. Here's what to look for.

3 Common Emotional Mistakes Leaders Make

Sometimes being a leader feels like living in two different worlds as leaders must think about the future while also executing today. And then...

5 Surprising Reasons People Leave Your Church

But I’ve also come to realize people leave churches when things are going well.

3 Common Emotional Mistakes Leaders Make

Sometimes being a leader feels like living in two different worlds as leaders must think about the future while also executing today. And then there are the emotional challenges of leadership, as being a leader often requires leading with two emotions at once.

When We’re Shocked to Find Sinners at Church

I know the reasons we don’t live transparently in the body of Christ. We’re afraid. We’re embarrassed. We don’t want to be a burden. We don’t want to be judged!

Why Do People Go to Church? This Study Found It’s Not the Sermon

81 percent indicated that a very important reason they go to church is “to become closer to God.”

The Gospel: Breaking Sinful Patterns and Addictions

I’m a big believer in recovery from addiction. I’ve seen the power of recovery among friends and family. Yet, I’m also a Christian, and...

Parenting Our Kids Toward Eternity

Some parents build heaven for their children while others expect their children to be their heaven.