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Life Is Both Beautiful and Broken

God does not guarantee a life of bliss but in all seasons of our lives He is with us.

The Key to New Church Survival

In a world where “new” gets the buzz, we need to value that which has proven itself over time.

Why Preparing Sermons Takes So Long

Proper preparation is not for the faint of heart. It takes prayer, study, and practice.

Free eBook: The Legacy of Sovereign Joy

"God's Triumphant Grace in the Lives of Augustine, Luther, and Calvin."

Throw It Down: Q&A with Jud Wilhite

"I spent four years as a drug addict so I know what it is to be broken."

7 Secrets of a Life-Giving Church Culture: Part 2

Alan Danielson continues his list of critical components for a life-giving church culture.

The Next Thing in Church Conferences

Lecturing Out: Crowdsourcing In.

KJV is the Only Bible for Some

A small movement of Christians believe the King James Version is the only legitimate Bible translation.

Study: Christians Are the Most Persecuted

A new U.K. study says 100 million Christians worldwide are facing religious persecution.

Free Video Download: Your Light

"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden (Matthew 5:14)."

Eugene Peterson: Would Jesus Condemn Rob Bell?

"Everything has to be interpreted through Christ."

Think Inside the Box

When it comes to our limitations, most people operate out of an "if, then" mindset.

7 Secrets of a Life-Giving Church Culture: Part 1

Alan Danielson explains how to develop a life-giving culture in your church.

Storied Imagination – A Book Review of The Pastor by Eugene Peterson

“Story is a way of language in which everything and everyone is organically related. Story is a way of language that insists that persons...

What Lies Beneath

A blog is like the top of an iceberg, the tiny part that peeks up above the ocean and everyone can see. But...

The Best Advice For Young, Emerging Leaders

Young leaders are always looking to make a difference, to make a mark in the world.  They want to be respected and heard...

Rob Bell’s New Story Challenges Evangelicalism’s Party Line

Rob Bell’s newest book, Love Wins: A Book About Heaven, Hell, And The Fate of Every Person Who Ever Lived sits at number three...

Pastor Denies Communion to Non-Givers

A Texas pastor allegedly refuses to serve communion to his congregation when they did not give their tax refunds to the church.

Church Planting Lessons: Ask Dumb Questions

New Community Covenant Church in Bronzeville is quickly approaching our first anniversary of weekly Sunday services.  Michael Washington suggested that I capture some of...

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

On Thursday (April 25), political activist Sean Feucht will lead a “United for Israel March” at Columbia University alongside author Eric Metaxas and Pastor Russell Johnson of The Pursuit Church in Seattle, Washington.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

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