Articles for Outreach & Missions

4 Members Who Tear Down the Church

The arm chair critic, the non-attending member, the divisive member, and the busy-body. These members who tear down the church all have a common thread: self-centeredness.

3 Common Mistakes We Make When Reading the Bible

Avoid mistakes when reading the Bible, remember to talk to God, read whole scriptural books, and remember who wrote the Bible: God.     

The Power of Personal Invitations: 10 Tips for Inviting People to Church

In a world dominated by social media, churches are wise to create systems that enable them to meet their community in digital spaces. Nevertheless,...

5 Bad Excuses for Not Giving to Your Church

Many struggle with the idea of giving to their churches. Often the excuses for not giving are based on a misunderstanding of Scripture or a misunderstanding of the church. Here are 5 bad reasons for not giving to your church.

Don’t Grow Weary in the Spiritual Battle

The fact is you and I are in a battle.  But, it is not a battle of finances, physical health, time management, or anything of the physical realm. It’s a spiritual battle and it is real.

Becoming Fishers of Men: Spreading the Gospel and Bringing Others to Faith

The concept of being "fishers of men" holds profound significance in the Christian faith, representing the mandate given by Jesus to His disciples to...

4 Steps To Diffusing Social Media Tension

The key to diffusing social media tension comes from scripture: “do to others as you would have them do to you.” (Luke 6:31) Treat others with respect and model behaviors and values that encourage positive posting from your followers.

6 Reasons To Sit in a Different Seat at Church This Weekend

When sitting in church, most of us have a habit of going to the same place every Sunday. But here are some reasons why you and I should sit in a different spot in church this weekend.