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A Vision of Deep Discipleship for Every Church

For the church to grow and develop a vision of deep discipleship, we have to start with the why behind the what. Read More The post A Vision of Deep Discipleship for Every Church appeared … more
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What Do Americans Believe About Easter?

Easter remains a popular holiday and may even inspire a church visit, but many still don’t recognize the day's theological significance. Read More The post What Do Americans Believe About … more
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Few Protestant Pastors Believe Their Churches Will Close Soon

Most pastors do not expect their churches to close in the next ten years, yet church closures may be more common than openings. Read More The post Few Protestant Pastors Believe Their Churches … more
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Keep the Waters Full: Preparing for a Move From God of Baptisms

Our baptism problem isn't a preaching problem; it's a prayer problem. Not prayers unanswered by God but prayers unoffered by believers. Read More The post Keep the Waters Full: Preparing for a … more
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How Should Pastors Think Differently About Abuse?

By learning to think differently about abuse, pastors can equip themselves to better identify harmful dynamics and care for hurting people. Read More The post How Should Pastors Think … more
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Why Sabbath Is for Pastors, Too

Most pastors say they're on call 24/7. In these circumstances, the need for Sabbath is great, but is it realistic for pastors? Read More The post Why Sabbath Is for Pastors, Too appeared first … more
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3 Reasons Contentment Ought To Set Christians Apart (And Why It May Not)

The resurrection of Jesus ought to foster contentment among Christians, yet many still struggle to choose contentment over consumerism. Read More The post 3 Reasons Contentment Ought To Set … more
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Churches Aim to Welcome Guests by Different Methods

According to a Lifeway Research study of U.S. Protestant pastors, more than 99% of churches welcome visitors in at least one of 11 ways. Read More The post Churches Aim to Welcome Guests by … more
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4 Benefits of Tracking Group Attendance

No matter what tool a church uses to track group attendance, there are multiple benefits for recording the attendance of members and guests. Read More The post 4 Benefits of Tracking Group … more
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The Worrying but Still Hopeful Demographic Future of U.S. Christianity

Does the current research indicate a reversal in the decline of Christianity in the U.S. or a mere pause? That is yet to be determined. Read More The post The Worrying but Still Hopeful … more
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Spring Training in Student Ministry: The Critical Role of Parent Discipleship and how to Strengthen It

If we’re serious about making disciples, we need to get serious about parent discipleship. Here are some practical ways to make it a reality. Read More The post Spring Training in Student … more
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Teaching Kids to Read and Love the Bible

As we teach kids to read and study the Bible, let’s remember kids come to our churches with varying levels of biblical knowledge. Read More The post Teaching Kids to Read and Love the Bible … more
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2 Tech Changes That Can Increase Giving

Research shows these two tech tools may contribute to increased giving in your congregation: online giving and hybrid services. Read More The post 2 Tech Changes That Can Increase Giving … more
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Why More Churches Are Stepping Into Education

As cultural challenges and questions regarding education abound, churches are rediscovering discipleship doesn’t stop at the church door. Read More The post Why More Churches Are Stepping … more
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Most Pastors in Good Financial Health

Research shows more than 3 in 5 pastors say their financial health is good to great. Around 1 in 4 say they’re in fair financial health. Read More The post Most Pastors in Good Financial … more
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Student Ministry Leaders and Parents Share Goals, Desire to Work Together

Student ministry leaders and parents emphasize the spiritual health of their students and want to work together to see them become disciples of Christ. Read More The post Student Ministry … more
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Church Income Rising, But Still Trails Inflation

Congregations are recovering from difficult financial years. But the increase in church income hasn't kept up with inflation. Read More The post Church Income Rising, But Still Trails … more
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My Kid’s in the Basement—Help!

To understand the modern reality of kids living in their parents' basement, we must consider both their upbringing and external factors. Read More The post My Kid’s in the Basement—Help! … more
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2 Ways to Equip Women Serving in Your Student Ministry

Here are two strategies to help you uplift those serving in your student ministry and create a healthier, stronger student ministry. Read More The post 2 Ways to Equip Women Serving in Your … more
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Less Than Half of Americans Attend Church at Christmas

A Lifeway Research study finds U.S. adults are split on whether they’ll be at church sometime this Christmas. As Americans make their Christmas plans, slightly less than half say they … more
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