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Why Was the First Church So Awesome?

What set the first church apart? And what can today's churches implement in order to improve their community and authenticity?

Building Rhythm Into the Life of Your Church

"While balance is an elusive target, rhythm is possible." How can your church find a good rhythm?

What's the Bottom Line for Ministry?

H.B. Charles describes three must haves to meet the bottom line for effective ministry.

Whatever You Do, Don't Be a Passive Listener!

The Book of James warns against being "hearers" and not "doers" of God's Word.

Thom Schultz Reveals the *Upside* to Church Decline

In the wake of bad news about the decline of church health in America, Thom Schultz reveals the upside to the data.

Is "Black Preaching" Just for Black People?

"The Black Preaching Tradition, when at its best, helps and blesses all that come in contact with it."

Is It OK to Judge Others?

As Christians, what does it mean to be "called to judge?" Who, what and why do we judge?

5 Tips for Inner-City Missional Communities

Here are the non-negotiables for developing a vibrant, effective inner-city missional community.

When You’re Worse Than an Unbeliever

If you take 1 Timothy 5:8 literally, you could say that, in my first year of marriage, I was worse than an unbeliever.

What Does it Mean to Be Anglican?

Noted church planter, Alastair Sterne, breaks down the particulars of Anglicanism ... and what every church planter can learn from the denomination.

How Your Church Can Perfect Its "Handoffs"

"According to the data, vibrant and growing churches have already recognized the importance of movement." Has your church gotten on board?

5 EASY Ways to Serve Your Community

Five gospel-centered acts almost any group can do together.

Evangelizing with Open Ears

Launching into a conversation with an unbeliever is only half the battle — learn to listen and respond naturally.

Learn to Change the World: Why Justice Demands Education

Ken Wytsma argues that education is at the heart of a Christian's pursuit of justice.

What Do the Unreached Expect of Us?

"A church planter is at his best when he is a dealer of hope, a giver of love, a builder of friendships, and a navigator to survival."

You and Me and Everybody Else: We Belong

Is it possible to love everyone without fear, prejudice or personal preference? Brandon Cox shows us how to go about it.

How to Intentionally Pursue Justice as a Young Person

How can a justice-minded young person take steps towards his/her God-inspired dreams?

6 Tried-and-True Tricks for Mobilizing Your Volunteers

Reliable and efficient volunteers can be hard to find. Read these six tips on retaining the keepers.

Should Your Church "Welcome" Homosexuals?

Should you welcome two people who are practicing homosexuals into your church? That was the question a couple asked me a few weeks ago. They...

Church Groundskeeper Beaten and Robbed in Broad Daylight

A church groundskeeper was left beaten and baffled after being robbed in broad daylight outside of Truevine Missionary Baptist Church in Mobile, Alabama, on Thursday afternoon. 

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.

Articles for Outreach & Missions