Outreach Leaders

Jesus Left Sinful People in Charge of His Church

There’s one thing it seems we universally hate: Jesus left his church—his precious blood-bought bride—in the hands of sinful people.

How Will I Be Able to Enjoy Heaven if My Loved Ones Are in Hell?

Many people have lost loved ones who didn’t know Christ. Some people argue that people in Heaven won’t know Hell exists. But this would make Heaven’s joy dependent on ignorance, which is nowhere taught in Scripture.

How to Unite a Community – 5 Ways

Rick Muchow, longtime worship leader at Saddleback Church, offers these suggestions to how to unite a community and make sure you're doing everything you can to make your team into, well, a team.

Modern Scripture Meditation on the Good Samaritan

We should never confuse our musings and scripture meditation as having the authority of the Bible--far from it! But scripture meditation, when used humbly, can be a valuable tool in applying the Bible to our everyday lives.

How to Love People at Church Drive You Crazy

There is an environment full of opportunities to be offended by people who drive you crazy. How else can we learn to forgive? It’s called “the church,” and it’s filled with people that will drive you crazy.

The Worst Consequence of Skipping Church

The first sin of skipping church is the sin of failing to love others.

3 Ways We Should Live in a Politically Divisive Time

The good news is that we are not the only Christians to live in a politically divisive time, so thankfully we can learn from those who have gone before us.

When You Say You’ll Pray After a Prayer Request

We often say "I'll pray for you"—as a common and almost automatic response we give without even thinking. But then we go on our way and forget the prayer request altogether.