Blog Archives

Five Things Small Group Attendees Need to Know
Small groups are part of discipleship and valuable to churches, so consider the following if you’re part of one.

The Early Church: A Blueprint for Unity
Unfortunately, the world has shouted down Christians and Jesus, who came to earth to radically change it and start a movement of love and grace.

WHY ARE PEOPLE TURNING THEIR BACKS ON CHURCH?
With a significant downward spiral going on in church attendance, maybe we should go back to the basics and hear from a passionate church planter.

The Letters of Paul: What Was His Purpose?
Not only were Paul’s letters intended to be shared but also to explain the mission of God.

Increasing the Size of Your Map
Everything Jesus did as God was about intentionally seeking and saving the lost.

Your Spiritual Wake Up Call
If you’ve become spiritual drowsy, maybe it’s time to get serious about church.

The Churchless Christian
Many Christians no longer believe church attendance is necessary to have a full life in Christ.

Seeking Godly Counsel
God uses other believers to speak into your life, so don’t hesitate to ask for help in confirming His direction.

Is the Church Really Filled With Hypocrites?
If you have been burned, disappointed, or hurt by the church, you are not alone.

What Do You Love the Most?
We love and admire our worldly heroes, but what about our awe for the things of God?

The Power of Together
It’s tempting, sometimes, to just crawl into a hole and isolate ourselves from this chaotic world.

Lace Up Your Church’s Shoes
As we disciple new believers, let’s make sure to start with the basics.

Health and Wealth Gospel: Don’t Fall For It
A believer’s kingdom perspective focuses on eternal riches.

The Blood That Binds Us
As part of a faith community, do you create harmony of disunity?

Handling the Hurt
It shouldn’t happen and it hurts a lot more when it does . . . but God.

The Only Thing That Truly Satisfies
If you neglect it, you’re starving your body of necessary nourishment.

5 Challenges for Your Thanksgiving
Christians should be the first people to express true gratitude this season.

Blending Worship and Purpose
Knowing what God has created you to be and to do is a critical life question.

A Grace-Filled Church
Because of Jesus’ work on the cross, we want to make an eternal impact on our city.

Criticism then Evaluation
Is it time to consider asking the tough questions about the church you love?

Here’s What We Believe-Part Two
Foundational truths and practices of the Christian life are being watered down.

When Does Discipleship Begin?
Is pre-conversion discipleship a real possibility for disciple makers?

Here’s Why I Serve
Yes, God commands it, but what are the other reasons to serve in your church?

What it Means to Pastor Your Flock
Leading your church is a blessing and a privilege, but it is also a daunting task.

The Ice Age in Which We Live
Church leader, what are doing to stay in a good place spiritually and emotionally?

3 Steps to a Gospel Focus
Knowing who you are in Christ and having a deeper relationship with him is priority one.

Consequences of Spiritual Dryness
You’re not the only one who will suffer because of your own spiritual dryness.

3 Ways to Deeper Church Relationships
Leading people to Christ and the cross requires authentically loving people.

Reaching Your Community With the Gospel of Love
You can’t always blame culture for your church’s lack of growth.

Does Your Church Love the Unclean?
A church that fails to minister to the undeserving is a church without a harvest of souls.

Upgrade Your Church Culture
Building a culture in your church that truly glorifies God takes passionate devotion.

Church. Not Just a Routine
Is church a Sunday routine or a life-changing opportunity to worship the Creator?

Are You Praying For Spirit-led Conviction?
Does your church pray for the Holy Spirit to call souls to Christ?

Self Care Begins With Friend Care
How do we make the most of the friendships God has so generously given us?

5 Judgement-Free Ways to Love the Lost
What would you do if you witnessed injustice, judgement and hypocrisy?

Debunking the Top 6 Critiques of the Bible
God was intimately involved in the process of determining the canon of the Bible.

Sicarii: Who Were These Assassins?
They wanted their independence from Rome, and they would do anything to get it.

Are the Attributes of God Important? Part Two
Truly knowing who God is affects your prayers, your worship, and your spiritual growth.

Bible Tidbits: Who were the Zealots?
Don’t let politics destroy unity among believers.

Seekers Part Four: Discipleship and the Church
Christ is the ultimate seeker. He seeks and saves the lost.

Seekers Part Three: God Seeks and Saves
God is seeking worshipers, making disciples, and shepherding His people.

Seekers Part One: Your Church’s Recruiting Strategy
Evangelism is not optional for the church.

One Church Survey, One Pastor and 4 Foundational Truths
Your home tells a story.

4 New Testament Reasons We Freely Give
Tithing really means giving BACK to God.

What Does Jesus Want Your Church to Do?
Christ is the ultimate seeker. He seeks and saves the lost.

Is Pursuing the Lost Your Church’s Vision?
A vision statement doesn’t guarantee that your church will be a visionary congregation.

What Are People Looking For in a Church?
Church is the people of God coming together to worship God and living out His mission.

Here Are 4 Foundational Truths on Which to Build Our Churches
Biblical success is doing everything for God’s glory.

3 Timeless Functions of a Ministry Leader
How do you lead your sheep to where God wants them to be as they follow Him?

What Happens between the Old and New Testaments?
Ever wondered what went on between Malachi and Matthew? Check this out . . .