Articles for Pastors
On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “Paul’s Letter to American Christians (From MLK)”
In the spirit of the letters of Paul, Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote an imaginary letter from the Apostle Paul to American Christians. Here's what it said.
Articles for Pastors
MLK Was Not Color-Blind, But Color-Courageous
The idea that Martin Luther King Jr. was color-blind is a myth. When we look at the vast scope of his work, instead of taking one quote out of context, we’ll see that King never said that the way to advance racial equality was to ignore our racial differences.
Voices
4 Ways To Be a Proactive Christian Witness in 2026
Let's be proactive for the gospel this year. Here are four ways to grow in our Christian witness in 2026.
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The Yancey We Never Knew: Living Coram Deo and in Gospel Community Helps Guard Our Hearts
Yesterday, many of us learned that renowned Christian author Philip Yancey was having an affair. What can we learn and apply to ourselves?
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From Every Campus to Every Country: Lessons From a Century of Missions Movements
If you trace the history of the modern missions movement, you’ll find a recurring theme: students saying yes to God.
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Calling, Preparation, and Obedience: Raising Missionary Leaders Today
Stories of missionary calling rarely begin with a clear map. Obeying God is almost never linear. But that’s exactly how it should be.
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Equipping a New Generation for Mission and the Urbana Conference
We must help Christians reimagine their vocation, education, and skills as part of a larger purpose for the mission of God.
The Exchange
Advent Is a Reminder That Jesus Has Come To Heal the Nations
For many—both in the United States and all over the world—Advent is a reminder that the world is broken and in need of tremendous healing.
Voices
The Local Church in God’s Global Mission
Urbana 25 is introducing a pastors' and church leaders' cohort to empower you to equip your people, students, and beyond for global missions.
The Exchange
7 Out of 10 Churches Are Dying—And the Real Killer Isn’t What Anyone Expected
The question before every pastor and every church is simple but profound: What will capture our hearts?
The Exchange
Why 2025’s Attendance Patterns Create Unprecedented Ministry Opportunities
The biggest obstacle to church revitalization isn't declining attendance—it's pastors designing ministry for people who don't exist.
