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How Are Women Uniquely Equipped to Serve the Church?

The question of women’s prodigious participation in church events is truly a look at how God created females. Women are similar to men as created in God’s image and in their responsibilities as ambassadors for Christ, but are unique in their capacity to complement men as equal but different, making their roles complementary.

7 Ways to Love the Difficult People in Your Church

To bring glory to God, joy to your heart, and more unity to your local fellowship, here are seven ways to love the difficult people in your church.

7 Things the Pastor Cannot Do from the Pulpit

We’re talking about things no right-thinking godly pastor should attempt to do from the Lord’s sacred place of leadership in His church.

5 Secrets to Making Your Sermon Unforgettable

Illustrations often steer the sermon in the right direction. Offer an illustration after every two to three minutes of information. Not only do illustrations help drive certain points home, but they also break up the text so that it's not a litany of information or facts. This keeps the audience engaged and focused on the stated topic.

Are Mormonism and Christianity Really That Different?

I believe that it is fair to say that Mormonism and Christianity are quite different. In fact, their basic tenants are mutually exclusive.

4 Recommendations for a High-Impact Men’s Event

You can have a big impact on your men without breaking the bank. How? Follow these four recommendations for a high-impact men’s event.

6 Strategies for Dealing with Burnout from Church Volunteering

By curbing burnout at its source, churches can have vibrant ministries for every person in a volunteer position and give them the assurance that their ministry is growing. Then, they will fulfill the ultimate purpose of giving their time and energy to the Lord. 

10 Signs Someone Has Held Their Church Position Too Long

The pastor or church staff member or the chairman of a committee or a church officer has overstayed his/her welcome. Let’s talk about how to tell.

Is it Wrong for the Congregation to Clap after Worship Songs?

Have you ever thought: why do we clap? And for whom are we clapping? Do you feel conflicted and confused about it: should I clap, should I not clap?

8 Ways Satan Is Attacking Our Youth and How to Protect Them

Our children are under spiritual attack, but the enemy’s tactics are subtle. Learn vulnerable areas where young hearts and minds are being shaped, and how we can respond with grace and God's Word.

3 Things the Next Generation of Church Leaders Must Know

The church is increasingly losing regular access to people who no longer attend. Here are four things the next generation of church leaders must know to effectively make disciples in the coming generations.

7 'Churchy' Words That Christians Don't Understand

The terms that are distinctly religious but don’t seem to communicate any longer are a distinct category that causes me concern.

10 Lessons on Church Leadership, Learned the Hard Way

Most of what follows about leading God’s church is counterintuitive. Or, maybe better said: not what you might be expecting. But these 10 lessons were learned while leading, and hopefully will provide some support along your own journey of discovery.

How Should I Respond to My Homosexual Friends and Family?

Dr. Roger tackles some of his most frequently asked questions regarding homosexuality.

The Church Gave AA Its 12 Steps - Now It Needs Them Back

A conversation with pastor and author John Ortberg on surrender, habit change, and why desperation might actually be a gift.

10 Ways to Be More Actively Involved in Your Church

Do you want to be more active at church? Is this is the year you really want to put your servant heart to work for the Lord, the church, and the community? There are several ways you can become more involved, whether you are an introvert or extrovert, physically able or disabled, man or woman, young or old.

5 Ways to Apply Paul’s Teaching of Being Anxious Over Nothing

This world has given us many reasons to be anxious.

5 Valuable Lessons from Paul on the Benefits of Giving

Looking closely at Paul's journey, it becomes clear that his desire to follow Jesus compelled him to “pour himself out” with a generous spirit and joyful heart. Here's why you should, too.

10 Ways the Church Creates Poor Environments for Mental Health

Historically, the Church has ignored or even created mental health issues in its congregations through these ten things.

5 Things Christians Should Know about Apologetics

Apologetics may conjure up a variety of mental images. But at a basic level, apologetics is just a term for the reasoned defense of the Christian faith. Let's look at five common questions about apologetics...

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