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Why Hiring an Interim Pastor Might Be Good for Your Church

8 reasons why you should consider a temporary pastor to help you gain more clarity about the direction of your church.

Hearing God

But imagine this. What if you had a handwritten note sent to you from God? Would you carry it around in your pocket for a couple of weeks and open it when you got around to it?

10 Major Pitfalls of Church Boards

Are these mistakes undercutting the effectiveness of your board?

Why College Grads and Retirees Make Great Church Planters

We tell them, “Give us two years, and we’ll change the world.”

A Practical Look at Being Salt and Light

We want to be careful and try to influence them more than they are influencing us. Sometimes, in an attempt to “relate” to nonbelievers, Christians will make unnecessary compromises.

Saying ‘Yes’ to Serve

Our purpose is to serve him wholeheartedly, without expecting accolades or rewards.

Don’t Forget the Next Generation

Are you overlooking a third of your church?

A Perspective on How God Loves

The stackpole for which she gathers her thoughts is simple: “What God mostly does... is love.” She’s right.

Is Your Church Strong and Stable?

Grace protects us from heartless and authoritarian legalism, and truth protects us from mindless and shallow freedom.

How We Can Empower and Multiply Disciples

We need to de-emphasize the clergy and refocus on equipping disciples of Christ.

How Do You Cultivate Unity in Your Church?

7 proven ways to make sure your people are united, even when they disagree with one another.