10 Tips for Small Groups
Small groups are an important part of the life and development of a local church. Just knowing that small groups are a good idea isn't enough. There n... Read More...
Laying out the Fleece, and Other Techniques to Figure out God’s Will
Even Christians try to practice a little divination or voodoo now and then. Sure, we may spiff it up a little to make it seem more spiritual, but we s... Read More...
When Relevance Becomes Irreverent
Christians crave relevance. For many of today's Christians, the mantra is new life, Christian liberty, and the pursuit of relevance. Despite the drive... Read More...
10 Reasons Why Your Church Should Have Small Groups
I used to be skeptical of small groups. I thought it was a bit too faddish, touchy-feely, and created Christian social clubs instead of fostering true... Read More...
Let’s Meet Face to Face: Three Reasons Why We Need Genuine Personal Interaction
I'm not the kind of person who typically rants against the evils of technology, Facebook, and social media. Technology, Facebook, and social media are... Read More...
Stop and Think: How to Develop a Philosophy of Ministry
The word "philosophy" isn't all that exciting. To me, it connotes the arduous reading that I had to plow through in my college senior-level class, "Co... Read More...
It’s Not All Black and White
Wouldn't it be nice if every issue were black and white—crystal clear? Every single issue. Every subject. Every day. It would certainly simplify decis... Read More...
Chopping Church Services – Seven Reasons Why It’s a Good Idea
Hold on! Did you read that title? Wow! Chopping church services?! Sounds pretty intense. Well, it is. But isn't chopping church services like tossing ... Read More...
8 Reasons to Look Forward to Sunday (and What to Do If You Don’t)
Sunday's coming. Just like it always does. Every seven days. Right after Saturday. Right before Monday. 52 times every year. Sunday. Is Sunday routine... Read More...