Should Our Smaller Church Be Growing?

Many American Christians have this idea that if a church is big, it must be better. Not necessarily. Our obsession with “bigness” can be a reflection of American values, rather than biblical ones.

Pastors, Here’s a Novel Idea: Invite Newcomers to Lunch

How do we treat those visiting or relatively new to our churches in ways that make them know we are glad they came?

No, Christians Don’t Use Joseph and Mary to Explain Child Molesting Accusations

Christians don't use Joseph and Mary to explain child molesting accusations.

3 Ways Pastors and Church Leaders Undermine Themselves on Social Media

It makes me sad when I see Christian leaders vying for the attention of people on social media when all they really want to do is make themselves look important.

The Great Divide (in the Church) in 2016, and Why It Still Matters

It is one thing to differ and debate cultural issues, and even values, but it is another to judge a person’s standing with God based on which candidate he or she supported.

Good Leaders Lead Well at Home

Try not to speak ill of the ministry or the people to my kids.

3 Ways to Pray for Las Vegas: It’s a Powerful (Not Political) Act for...

"For us, #PrayForLasVegas is not a political act. It’s actually a powerful one."
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Kaepernick, Speech, and a Job: The Cleat May Soon be on the Other Foot

More NFL players took a knee this weekend in peaceful protest.

Research: Americans Turn to God and Generosity After Natural Disasters

Most people do not believe prayer can avert natural disasters, yet many say they trust God more after natural disasters occur.

5 Ways to Get Involved in Disaster Relief

"When it comes to disaster relief, don't follow your heart, follow the direction of those already engaged."