The Exchange
You Cannot Revitalize a Church That Has Lost Its Why
Younger generations aren't just returning to their grandparents' church; they're seeking purpose, clarity, and answers to life's questions.
The Exchange
Revitalization Has a Moment, And It’s Called Easter
Every great revitalization has a moment. A line in the sand. A day when everything shifts from what was to what will be.
The Exchange
Pastor, You Are Not Alone: Strengthened, Not Stranded
Pastor, you are not alone. Others share your challenges and your calling. We are better when we run the race together.
The Exchange
How One Man’s Letter to Thomas Jefferson Led to 175 Years of Ministry
A historic building still stands at 29 Huntington Street in New London, Connecticut. In that building, God is doing new things.
The Exchange
Proximity Without Trust: Why Revitalization Stalls and Why Gospel Saturation Must Be the Goal
Many churches are not drifting away from Christianity; they are surrounded by it. Yet they feel stalled. The issue is not proximity to God.
Lausanne
Connecting With International Students Through Art and Story
Have you ever wondered how to connect more deeply with international students? Looking at art together is a wonderful way to share stories.
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.
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.
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.
The Exchange
The Missing Ingredient for Church Planting: Collaboration
Would it surprise you if I told you that churches that collaborate with others end up planting more churches than those who don’t?
