Resources

The Timeless Whisper’s Been Here All Along

To a world on edge, defensive, and hurting, Christians have a responsibility to not only listen to God but also to speak Good News in a way that can actually be heard.

Charlie Dates: The Indestructible Power of the Gospel

Jesus lived 33 years, walking on water as it recognized its creator King and became a solid. He turned water into wine. He welcomed sinners and the marginalized into his company. And then, he died—that is, until death died. Until sin apologized. Until the earth rocked and reeled like a drunken man. Until the sun could no longer stand seeing its own creator crucified to a tree, so it pulled the shade across the noonday. They laid him in a borrowed tomb, but early Sunday morning, before the sun got up, the Son pulled one foot out of eternity, stepped back into time, and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me” (Matt. 28:18).

What Type of Leader Are You?

Spend some time reflecting on your current leadership model by writing down the pluses and minuses of where your leadership stands and see if tweaks could be made to make you a more effective leader.

A Call to Be Brave

Every detail, down to the durable building materials we highlighted (concrete, wood and metal), signified strength and steadiness.

Vulnerability Is the Key to Community

To be vulnerable means that you are putting yourself in a position of defenselessness and putting yourself in a position to be hurt. You are opening yourself up to being hurt by being honest and transparent about your failings, your flaws, and your fears.

Legacy Can Lead to Life

Legacy. It is a word that I’ve been dealing with a lot as I move beyond my 30th year of pastoral ministry in one place.

U.S. Christians Support Solution to Conflict that Benefits Israel and Palestinians

Most American Christians (88%) say Israelis have the right to determine their own statehood and government. Around 3 in 4 (76%) say the same about the Palestinians’ governance.

4 Ways to Tackle Deferred Maintenance in the Church

There are four critical areas for evaluating the next steps as you begin to tackle deferred maintenance issues inside the church.

Public Christianity in a Post-Christian World

Evangelizing in a post-Christian setting is scarier—and more fun—than you might imagine. Here are four books that will help guide you.

Increase Bible Engagement and Transform Your Church in 2024

You can help your faith community dive into God’s Word with customizable, spiral-bound DiscipleReach Bible study journals.

15 Strategies for Men to Strengthen Their Friendships

Your schedule may feel full, but what if you invited people into what you’re already doing? You can work with friends to finish home repair projects. Work out, go running, or take a walk with someone rather than doing it alone.