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Colorado Baker Jack Phillips Sued Again Over Alleged LGBTQ Bias

Jack Phillips, a Colorado baker who won a partial victory at the U.S. Supreme Court in 2018 for refusing to make a wedding cake for a same-sex couple went on trial Monday in yet another lawsuit, this one involving a birthday cake for a transgender woman.
Luther's words

Martin Luther’s Pandemic Advice Goes Viral—500 Years Later

It has been more than 500 years since German monk Martin Luther’s words went viral, thanks to what was then some cutting-edge technology. Turns out besides his 95 theses, Luther had something to say about plagues, too.
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Masks Are Now Required at Churches in Arkansas

Churchgoers in Arkansas are now required to wear a mask during services—even while singing. Governor Asa Hutchinson announced new guidelines for houses of worship on Tuesday in response to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
fall fest

Simple Guide to Creating a Fall Festival

Many of us are in the midst of preparation for our upcoming Fall Fest.  This has become an annual event that has the potential...
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The Only Thing We Truly Have a Right to Boast About

Paul experienced some of those things, but he told the Galatians that he would never again boast about anything besides the gospel—a message that declared that Paul was such a miserable wreck that the Son of God had to endure a bloody death just to keep him out of hell.
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The United Methodist Church’s Reformation Has Begun

For some churches, resistance will mean violating the Book of Discipline. For others, resistance might take a more subtle form, such as displaying a banner that says “We Are a Welcoming Church” or perhaps something more blatant.  
Should Groups Take a Break During Christmas?

Should Groups Take a Break During Christmas?

With all of this activity going on, should your group take a break during Christmas?
The Voice season 15

WATCH These Worship Leaders Bring Gospel Music to ‘The Voice’

Worship leader Kimberli Joye Rush is no stranger to gospel music. The contestant on "The Voice" season 15 introduced the genre to a lot of fans of the show, though. She and a fellow contestant took the entire audience to church with their powerful renditions of popular gospel songs.
Research Reveals Realities of Being a Pastor’s Spouse

Research Reveals Realities of Being a Pastor’s Spouse

As the writer of Hebrews clearly articulated, it is not profitable to the people in a congregation if the pastor serves without joy, so it is great gain for the church and the pastor when ministry positively impacts the pastor’s spouse and family.
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Witchcraft Casts an Ever-Widening Spell on Millennials

The popularity of witchcraft has increased significantly over the last couple of decades, especially among young people. Here's what you need to know about Wicca, witchcraft, new age spirituality and mysticism.
Family Ministry Fun for the Holidays

Family Ministry Fun for the Holidays

In our crazy busy world families are looking for ways to build memories with their children more than ever. This year as you plan to engage families, here are a few design ideas for the things you may offer.
statement on social justice

This Is Why Al Mohler Didn’t Sign the Statement on Social Justice

If you are at all confused about where to stand on the Statement on Social Justice and the Gospel, Al Mohler breaks down the points—controversial and otherwise—and includes his own commentary, which stems from 40+ years of grappling with this issue.
online mission

How To Turn Online Minefields Into Mission Fields

“Instead of serving up the greasy gossip of our typical online diet, the church should provide good news that brings nourishment."
invite someone to church

40 Ways You Can Invite People to Church

Invite someone to church! One of the primary reasons every church exists is to share and live the Gospel and invite people to join His kingdom. Here are 40 creative church outreach ideas for you to try.
take off your mask

Take Off Your Mask

Pretending to be someone they’re not is fun for my kids, but even as adults we do a very similar thing, don’t we? As adults, we often put on “masks” trying to be someone different. Unlike our kids though, it’s not a good thing!
Surviving: VBStress

Surviving: VBStress

Whatever you call it: VBS, Kids Camp, Kids Week, Summer Slam, etc., you are probably feeling a bit overwhelmed, inadequate and stressed about how it is all going to come together. I am right there with you!
Top Things From 2017 You Need to Know Now

Top Things From 2017 You Need to Know Now

Life’s busy. Especially when you’re a church leader. To help you out, we scanned the top trends of 2017 to give you this listicle of what you need to know for 2017 and 2018.
How to Squeeze the Most Out of Your KidMin Budget

How to Squeeze the Most Out of Your KidMin Budget

Does stretching your budget feel like "squeezing blood from a turnip"?
effects of the Protestant Reformation

The Unintended Consequences of the Reformation

The effects of the Protestant Reformation have been widespread. Martin Luther had no way of knowing the consequences his act of defiance toward the Catholic Church would have—not only in the Christian world but also in broader western culture.
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Top 10 Ideas for Your Groups to Connect With Their Neighborhoods

Sometimes all it takes is a crisp fall morning or a spooky October evening.
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Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex...

Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship.