Articles for Outreach & Missions

Want to Reach New People? These 10 Habits Set Your Church Back

When my team at The Unstuck Group helps a church assess ministry health, one key step we take is to attend and review the church’s weekend experience through the lens of an outsider.

4 Reminders in Your Depression

Everyone from King David to the great Charles Spurgeon experienced what he called great ‘soul sickness.’

Why Vacation Bible School Is as Important Now as Ever

VBS is a local mission trip that just about any church can do.

Are You a Sheep or a Goat?

Do you know the spiritual difference between sheep and goats? One of the more alarming aspects of Jesus’ parables is that many of them seem be about showing us that not all of those who consider themselves Christians will go to heaven.

He Loves Jesus More Than He Loves Me

One thing that I’ve learned through this 19-year journey of marriage is to search for the man who is always looking for ways to serve Christ and the church.

What the Bible Teaches About Hell

When considering the doctrine of hell, we first need to acknowledge that hell is a biblical teaching. That is true whether or not we like or agree with what the Bible says.

Why Hospitality Is for All Christians

Radically ordinary hospitality—those who live it—see strangers as neighbors and neighbors as family of God.

Jesus Is Always Bigger Than Your Faith

Do you wonder if your faith is enough? Do you wrestle with doubt and question your salvation? Welcome to the club.