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Growing Southern Baptist churches more likely in Northeast, among newer churches

The Southern Baptist Convention is made up of mostly smaller churches dotting the southern U.S., but only the Northeast region is growing. Read More The post Growing Southern Baptist churches … more
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21 Simple Habits That Can Benefit a Pastor’s Overall Health

These health practices can allow a pastor to make the greatest impact for the gospel and lead his family well. Read More The post 21 Simple Habits That Can Benefit a Pastor’s Overall Health … more
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Retaining Leaders in a Throw-Away Culture

When it comes to retaining group leaders at your church, you may be quick to affirm keeping them is a high priority. Here are next steps. Read More The post Retaining Leaders in a Throw-Away … more
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7 Ways to Help Your Church Engage in Hispanic Heritage Month

As churches celebrate Hispanic heritage, instead of merely committing to a single month, make it a year-round endeavor. Read More The post 7 Ways to Help Your Church Engage in Hispanic … more
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7 Encouraging Trends in Global Christianity for 2023

Even if many U.S. churches are facing challenges, global Christianity is advancing in ways previous generations could have only imagined. Read More The post 7 Encouraging Trends in Global … more
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Combating Abuse Is Central to the Mission of the Church

Seeking to pay careful attention to the sexual abuse issue is not a distraction from the gospel mission of the church. Read More The post Combating Abuse Is Central to the Mission of the … more
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Confronting Pluralism: Can Salvation Be Saved?

We can't explicitly preach about pluralism each week, but we can enrich our church's gospel soil so its weeds don't take root. Read More The post Confronting Pluralism: Can Salvation Be Saved? … more
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The Global Future May Be More Religious

A global survey in 26 countries found Generation Z is often more religious than baby boomers and frequently in surprising nations. Read More The post The Global Future May Be More Religious … more
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What Does the Church Have to Offer Those Who Live Alone?

More than a quarter of Americans live alone. What does the church have to offer that’s better than the comfort and freedom of being alone?  More Americans are choosing to be alone.… more
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Pews, Not the Pulpit Drive Preference for In-Person Worship

For those who prefer in-person to online worship, the sense of connection to other people drives them, according to Pew Research. Read More The post Pews, Not the Pulpit Drive Preference for … more
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There’s a Place for Everyone to Serve in the Church

There’s no “one size fits all” when it comes to where people serve in the local church. But everyone is called to steward their giftings.  “I’m not only the … more
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Fulfilling the Great Commission With Less Geographical Mobility

As geographical mobility in our society continues to decline, perhaps it’s time to ask a new question about missions.  Americans are mobile people. At least that is the impression … more
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5 Ways to Serve Those Who Are Deconstructing Their Faith

When someone is deconstructing their faith, there are at least five ways your church can walk alongside them and help them. Read More The post 5 Ways to Serve Those Who Are Deconstructing … more
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Praying With Kingdom Authority

The enemy wants to make us prayerless, so we never turn on the switch, even though the wiring for kingdom authority is in place.  In Daniel 10, we find Daniel in Persia. It is in Persia … more
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5 Ways Curriculum Can Set up Your Volunteers for Success

While curriculum is not a “silver bullet” solution to solve all your volunteer woes, you should consider these critical aspects of curriculum.  When talking with kids ministry … more
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5 Encouraging Church Trends Right Now

A recent report presents five trends that can give church leaders and members hope that the post-pandemic reality continues to improve. Read More The post 5 Encouraging Church Trends Right Now … more
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4 Ways Missions Discipleship Shapes the Children in Your Church

Children who experience these areas of missions discipleship learn to take ownership of how they serve others in the community and world. Read More The post 4 Ways Missions Discipleship Shapes … more
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What’s Leaving Your Wallet? Financial Changes Impacting Your Congregation

Changes in saving, spending, and giving are impacting your congregation. Do churchgoers notice the financial tradeoffs they are making? Read More The post What’s Leaving Your Wallet? … more
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AI-Powered Preaching: How Much Should Silicon Valley Impact Sermon Prep?

With the expansion of AI, the over-reliance on technology can impact every way we communicate, including the Sunday morning sermon. Read More The post AI-Powered Preaching: How Much Should … more
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Pastors’ Average Age Stable Over Past Decade

The average age of Protestant pastors in the U.S. has remained stable over the past 10 years, according to analysis of Lifeway Research data. Read More The post Pastors’ Average Age Stable … more
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