“We know what questions we often ask about our churches. Is the church growing? Are we meeting budget? Are we making disciples? Take some time today to evaluate your church via these somewhat ‘random’ questions,” notes Chuck Lawless.
Churches today struggle to stand out online. With so many search results competing for attention, how can your church be known for what it offers and reach people who need it most?
At least once a month, walk through your buildings, review your worship and educational services, consider different elements of church life and ask yourself: “How would this hit me if I were a guest?,” Lifeway notes.
Meredith Flynn reflects on the quiet seasons of life and what she’s learned in the process. “I will stay watchful. A quiet season doesn’t have to result in apathy,” she writes.
“The need is great and diverse when people face a traumatic, life-changing event. Our gracious God provides in miraculous ways.”
Here are seven ways the church can support military families as Veteran’s Day approaches.
University students from Zambia, Mississippi and Tennessee sat around a blazing fire pit in Lusaka, Zambia. Songs and laughter filled the night air. And, like typical college students, conversations moved deeper the longer they hung out.
Dallas Jenkins’ latest movie, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”, releasing in theaters Nov. 8, is based on a popular book of the same name and masterfully weaves an inspiring gospel-centric message with top-notch, family-friendly comedy.
Chuck Lawless of Southeastern Seminary shares 10 warning signs your pastor may be burned out — and how you can respond.
George Bullard shares five things that would be different if Baptist associations cease to exist.
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