Study: Church closures and ‘the most significant engine for evangelistic growth’
January 15, 2026
The changing religious landscape in the United States includes a decline in the total number of Protestant churches.
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Avoiding false concepts: 3 things that discipleship is not
January 13, 2026
A conversation has always existed during my ministry between evangelism and discipleship. The conversation often pits ministers on different sides: those who evangelize and those who disciple.
First person: Two ponytail holders and the role of parents in discipleship
January 13, 2026
My 4-year-old daughter has finally come to the point where she wants to wear her hair in a ponytail. Of course, this desire is random throughout the day, so there are times where she wants me to hold her ponytail holder for her.
Practical steps to better connect men in your church
January 12, 2026
Over the last few years, there has been a slow attendance shift in the seats and pews of our churches. You may have already recognized it in the sea of faces in your congregation on an average Sunday morning.
First person: Steps to reaching the unchurched
January 11, 2026
When I first became a believer, evangelism meant “cold call,” door-to-door telling people about Jesus.
Study: Gen Z’s religious status and how it compares with other generations
January 8, 2026
The latest Pew Research study finds Christianity remains stable after decades of decline, while the story for young adults remains complicated. Since 2020, the percentage of Americans who identify as
When does someone qualify as a regular church attendee?
January 6, 2026
At what point does someone qualify as a regular church attendee? A Lifeway Research study found answers vary.
First person: 14 things every church communications director should know
January 5, 2026
If you work on the communications or media team at a church, ministry or nonprofit, your job is to share your organization’s story with the local community and sometimes the world.
First person: Evangelism reminders for 2026
January 2, 2026
I’m a professor of evangelism and missions, but I still need reminders that I must intentionally choose to lead the way in doing evangelism. As
Study: Do you know your worship leader?
January 1, 2026
Most worship leaders work full-time, and do not have formal training or institutional ties, according to a recent survey. The survey, from Worship Leader Research, found
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