
7 Touches That Help Guests Return
Far too often, church guests share with me that no one spoke to them. How sad! The churches I served did not want this to

Far too often, church guests share with me that no one spoke to them. How sad! The churches I served did not want this to

Recently, I was reading in 2 Samuel about David’s response after the death of Absalom. In his grief, David became so overcome with sorrow that

Let me begin clearly: programs are not the enemy. Tools, strategies, and structured efforts can serve the church well when rightly used. But we often

“They came to Jericho. And as he was leaving Jericho with his disciples and a large crowd, Bartimaeus (the son of Timaeus), a blind beggar, was sitting by the

Churches rarely die suddenly. They drift. They fade slowly and subtly. What once burned brightly cools over time. The warning signs are usually there —

Healthy Sunday School classes and small groups don’t grow by accident—they grow because someone decides to shepherd people well. Our dear friend George Yates has just released

In 2026, our nation will mark 250 years since its founding. While anniversaries often focus on history, monuments, and patriotic celebration, we believe this moment

Church events can be valuable tools for outreach, but events by themselves rarely move people into consistent worship and community. The issue is not effort

The Lord’s Supper is a sacred time for believers to remember Christ’s sacrifice, celebrate redemption, and anticipate His return. To deepen its impact, churches can

Football season is right around the corner. Every part of the game matters, but the second half is crucial. If you’re behind, there’s still time