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Will Reading the Bible Turn You…Liberal?

Toni Ridgaway - October 18, 2011

A study by Baylor Religion asked Americans how often they read the Bible on their own, then correlated that frequency with a number of political statements.

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The Dangerous Act of Worship

Brian Orme - October 17, 2011

“Nothing is as dangerous as encountering the true and living God,” says Mark Labberton.

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12 Killers of Good Leadership

Ron Edmondson - October 15, 2011

A leader may struggle with one or more of these, but the goal should be to lead “killer-free.”

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Justin Davis: My First Affair Was with the Church

Outreach Media Group - October 13, 2011

Church planters Justin and Trisha Davis talk about the near death and resurrection of their marriage—and ministry.

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Does the Gospel Scare You?

Tullian Tchividjian - October 13, 2011

Don’t be afraid to preach the radical nature of the gospel of grace.

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Ministry Impressions: The Little Things Matter

Ron Edmondson - October 13, 2011

When making a first impression, the little things matter.

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The Prodigy in Me

Steven Furtick - October 12, 2011

We vastly underestimate the potential of people in Christ.

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Christians in Egypt Reeling After Night of Violence

Toni Ridgaway - October 12, 2011

Sunday night saw some of the worst violence against Coptic Christians in Egypt since the beginning of their revolution in February, ending with 25 dead and more than 270 injured.

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Jumping Off the Treadmill of Importance

Ray Hollenbach - October 11, 2011

What do you think is a leader's greatest need? Your answer says everything!

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Study: Mormons Are Not Christians, Most Pastors Say

Toni Ridgaway - October 11, 2011

Results of a new poll show that a majority of pastors feel members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are not Christians.

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Why Churches Wither and Die

Alan Danielson - October 10, 2011

The fig tree without fruit isn't the only thing that withers.

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How to Become a Better Follower

Brady Boyd - October 10, 2011

Brady Boyd encourages leaders to do something that's often overlooked--become better followers.

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The Gospel According to Jesus

Chris Seay - October 10, 2011

The broken can be restored by the love and grace of Christ, expressed through His people.

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My Biggest Ministry Mistake

Pete Wilson - October 10, 2011

Pete Wilson: "Leading with a desire to be loved is dangerous."

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Joel Osteen Answers His Critics

Toni Ridgaway - October 10, 2011

Joel Osteen, pastor of Lakewood Church, the largest church in the country, has spent some time defending himself lately against his critics.

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Survey: Pastors Feel Positive, Privileged, Sometimes Lonely

Toni Ridgaway - October 10, 2011

Nearly all pastors feel privileged to be in ministry, but more than half say they get discouraged and at times feel lonely in their work.

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Leaders Wherever We Are

Gary Klingsporn - October 9, 2011

Can we help people discover the calling of leadership beyond the church?

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How to Avoid "Worcations"

Paul Kuzma - October 9, 2011

Remember the days when you actually had to be found when you were away? Enjoy some of them again.

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Study: U.S. Divided on Government Promotion of Values

Toni Ridgaway - October 7, 2011

Americans' once-prevailing view that government should do what it can to promote traditional values in society has weakened in the past decade.

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Camping: Oct. 21 Is "Probably" the Rapture

Toni Ridgaway - October 7, 2011

Radio host Harold Camping has reminded us all that his last prediction of May 21 was just a "spiritual rapture," and the physical one will "probably" take place later this month.

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‘Lyrics Matter’—Evangelist Shane Pruitt Sounds the Alarm on Taylor Swift’s New...

Jesse T. Jackson - April 23, 2024

Pop star Taylor Swift has come under fire following the release of a surprise 31-song double album, titled "The Tortured Poets Department," last Friday (April 19). Some have criticized Swift, who has described herself as a Christian, for her “self-worshipping” lyrics that include biblical imagery.

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