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First person: Developing a culture of invitation

November 5, 2025

Since we live in such a secular culture, it’s easy to think most nonbelievers are indifferent — even hostile — to the idea of attending church.

Analysis of Annual Church Profile shows areas of decline, growth in SBC

November 4, 2025

The average Southern Baptist church is likely an older, small Southern church. If you want to find a growing congregation, however, you might need to look for a new, larger church—or even one in the Northeast.

AI and your church: 4 practical prompts to start using this week

November 3, 2025

Artificial Intelligence isn’t replacing church communicators, it’s simply helping the good ones work smarter. Tools like ChatGPT (and similar) can become a creative ministry partner

‘Beyond your walls’: Boosting your church livestream

November 1, 2025

If your church is livestreaming services each week, congratulations—you’re reaching far beyond your walls.

Studies show Americans doubt ghosts, paranormal activity

October 29, 2025

Many U.S. homes may decorate with ghosts and witches for Halloween, but most U.S. adults are doubtful they actually exist.

First person: Why some pastors aren’t ready to lead church revitalization

October 27, 2025

I believe in church planting, and I also believe in church revitalization. We need to do both if we want to reach North America. I’m

Whatever happened to associational letters?

October 25, 2025

Writing and presenting the Associational Letter for the annual meeting was a fellowship-building tradition during the first 200 years of Baptist associations in America.

Study: Rural church ministry ‘has its challenges,’ but pastors ‘find great delight’ in work

October 23, 2025

Life in rural America has its charms and challenges. Those who pastor in small towns across the United States recognize the trials inherent to those areas but believe God is working in their congregations and communities.

First person: Handling church trolls online

October 21, 2025

I’ve consulted with hundreds of churches over the years, and sadly, online trolls are a common enemy shared by some of the most effective churches in America.