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Staff Meetings: It's Worth Every Penny

Coming together every week to meet can never be replaced.

Ministry Stress: 5 Ways a Leader Responds

Good leadership is more critical than ever during stressed-out times.

New Israel Trail Traces Disciples' Walk

In hopes of attracting more Christian tourists, Israel has unveiled a new hiking trail following the paths of Jesus and his disciples.

Free eBook: Fifty Reasons Why Jesus Came to Die

"The death of Jesus is of foremost importance for the world. And the central issue of Jesus’ death is not the cause, but the meaning—God’s meaning."

Are Large Churches Dangerous to Community?

David Swanson explores the ideal size for church community.

Three Important Books on Jesus

Author John Eldredge recommends three books on Jesus by "People who actually know him."

Why We Settle for Developing Weak Leaders

Leaders who bring the most to the church are those who first become students of Jesus Christ.

Groeschel: Why Weird Is Good

Ed Stetzer interviews Groeschel about his new book and what it means for the church.

5 Ways to Grow as a Church Leader

Brad Lomenick offers five insights to help you pursue greater growth in leadership.

10 Leadership Quotes and Principles from Soul Surfer

Normal is overrated. That is the main principle I took from the inspiring true story of Bethany Hamilton, played by Anna Sophia Robb in the movie,...

Are You a Church Yet? The Necessity of Each Community’s Political Manifestation

The inappropriate question “are you a church yet?” Are you a church yet? If you are a missional person, you are not supposed to...

Interfaith Dialogue

Not long ago I mentioned my upcoming participation on an interfaith panel at a local university and asked for your opinions on what I...

How Far We Have Fallen

by Josh Etter Jonathan Edwards' vivid description of what happened when we fell from God into sin: The ruin that the fall brought upon the soul...

You Can't Love a City if You Don't Know a City, part 5: Moving From Knowledge to Action

I've been slowly working through this series about how to understand our cities so we can better reach them with the gospel. You...

This Little That You Have Granted Me to Be

One of Protestantism’s favorite medieval theologians is Bernard of Clairvaux, a thinker cited by Calvin and Luther in their bid for a ...

Mistake Obsession

We’re a country obsessed with mistakes. Flubbed song lyrics find prime real estate on news websites and blogs; political speech slip-ups become...

When Christians are the Worldly Ones

Not being “worldly” sums up about half the messages I heard growing up in the church. Whatever being a Christian was (separation...

A Personal Note for Pastors

Dear Pastor, If you need help…ASK for it! I know many times you feel alone.  AND…I also know that you feel the pressure to need...

God at Work Worldwide

A few months ago, Doug Nichols, Founder & International Director Emeritus of ACTION International, sent out these statistics on the growth of the church...

7 Reasons People Disappear from Church

One frustration I have had in ministry is watching people come to church, get excited for a time, then disappear. You spend energy...

‘Lyrics Matter’—Evangelist Shane Pruitt Sounds the Alarm on Taylor Swift’s New...

Pop star Taylor Swift has come under fire following the release of a surprise 31-song double album, titled "The Tortured Poets Department," last Friday (April 19). Some have criticized Swift, who has described herself as a Christian, for her “self-worshipping” lyrics that include biblical imagery. 

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.

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