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Why Bother Belonging to a Church?

Ed Cyzewski: It’s really hard to be a Christian without the support of a community.

Are You Really a Leader? 3 Vital Questions

People follow the leader far more than they follow a vision statement, strategy, or bottom line.

Are Churches a "Feeding Ground" for Obesity?

Scott Stoll, M.D. addressed the obesity epidemic in the U.S. and suggested that churches are in a worse condition than the general population in terms of obesity.

New Film About Mary to Be Produced by Joel Osteen

Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen will produce his first film titled Mary, Mother of Christ.

Survey Shows Number of "Worldly Christians" Increasing

An online survey is showing that many self-identified Christians polled do not live out their faith on a daily basis.

How Celebrity Traps Christian Leaders

Excerpts from Mike Breen’s new book Multiplying Missional Leaders.

More than a Statement: 3 Must-Know Keys to a Powerful Vision

How to create a truly powerful, passionate vision for your church

Can We Practice Honor Without Grace?

Seth Barnes: Honor may be rare in our day and age, but grace has been and always will be amazing.

Porn Star to Speak at SoCal Church

Adult film star Ron Jeremy returns to the Rock Church in San Diego for an interview with Pastor Miles McPherson on how Jesus loves porn stars.

Hold Your Fire: How to Raise Up Women Leaders

Jennie Allen: A generation of women who have quietly been reading blogs and longing for more and falling in love with God are about to wake up.

Snake-Handling Pastor Dies from Rattler Bite

Mark Randall "Mack" Wolford, 44, a Pentecostal preacher in West Virginia, died this past weekend after receiving a bite from a rattlesnake he was handling during an outdoor church service.

Benny Hinn Begins Reconciliation with Former Wife

Televangelist Benny Hinn has announced that he and his wife are "on the path to restoration" after ending their marriage two years ago.

Is Your Critical Nature Holding You Back?

Difficult conversations are a lot less painful when they are encased in gracious language and attitude.

What Happens When Leaders Suffocate Their Staff

Scott Williams: It always surprises me to see managers who suffocate their staff.

7 Common Traits of Breakout Churches

Thom Rainer gives seven indispensable characteristics of churches that move from decline to growth.

Are the “Best” Leaders Always the Right Ones?

Key insights into how to determine the right mix of leaders for your ministry

Apologist Josh McDowell Takes on Fight Against Porn

In an effort to reduce the problem of online porn, author and apologist Josh McDowell has launched a new website to provide resources and offer help.

Perry Noble Takes Two-Month Sabbatical

NewSpring Church pastor Perry Noble will take a two-month leave of absence from the pulpit of his megachurch.

5 Dangerous Leadership Assumptions

A lack of leadership development could be an early indicator that your organization is headed for serious decline.

9 Reasons Your People Struggle with Idolatry

Kevin DeYoung: Ancient idolatry encouraged vain religious activity. Do what you like...so long as you show up consistently with your sacrifices.

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.

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