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Does God Really Inhabit the Praises of His People?

As Christians we must understand that music is an expression, or overflow, of the indwelling Holy Spirit controlling us (Ephesians 5:18-19). It is also the “word of Christ” at work in our hearts that gives us cause to sing (Colossians 3:16).

5 Reasons People Are Drifting From Church

There’s a big difference between missing a Sunday and disconnecting from your church. There are key reasons people are drifting from church.

4 Bad Ways to Run a Church — And One Good One

Something’s driving your church. There are good ways to run a church and there are bad ways to run a church . . . the challenge for many church leaders is no one is really quite clear on what that is.

Marking the True Church

Understanding the marks of a true church ought to be of supreme importance to every believer. How do we know if any given church may be rightly considered to be a true church or not?

The Response of Preaching: Why the Gospel Invitation Matters

He proclaimed the Gospel based on several Old Testament texts and concluded by extending a Gospel invitation for his listeners to respond.

Thom Rainer – Why I Attend Church

In a culture that minimizes commitment and maximizes self-indulgence, I have learned the precious gift of church attendance or, more specifically, the church gathered. I do not see church attendance as a burden or legalistic commitment.

Bishop TD Jakes’ Daughter: A Reflection of Faith and Family

Bishop TD Jakes, a renowned pastor, author, and filmmaker, is not just a public figure known for his spiritual guidance and impactful ministry but...

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,...