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A year and a half ago, I met Bruce and Heather Moore. I had somehow caught wind of their story and was so inspired that we invited them out to California to attend Saddleback's leadership conference. Bruce had served on staff at two different … Keep Reading »
Ministry is a marathon – not a 50-yard dash. It’s tough. You’re in an invisible war where all kinds of forces are conspiring to keep you from doing what God wants you to do. A few years back I made a list of young pastors in America that I … Keep Reading »
One of the books that shaped my understanding of small group ministry was "Leading Life-Changing Small Groups" by Bill Donahue. When it was originally published in the mid 90s, it quickly became the most important tool in my leader-training efforts. … Keep Reading »
Whether you are reaching a community, planting a church, or discipling a neighborhood, developing a Missional Team must be a priority! In fact, it's important to never start anything without a team. Have a clear picture in mind of what those on … Keep Reading »
Between Easter and Christmas, Mother's Day may be the most likely day people will attend church, according to a study by LifeWay Research. In a national poll of 1,000 Protestant pastors, LifeWay Research asked what the three highest attendance … Keep Reading »
By Russell D. Moore LOUISVILLE, Ky. (BP) -- Mother's Day is a particularly sensitive time in many congregations, and pastors and church leaders often don't even know it. This is true even in congregations that don't focus the entire service around … Keep Reading »
Brett Eastman interviews Caleb Anderson on Small Group Leadership 101. 10 Simple steps that will make a difference for you and your group. 1. You are not alone. 2. Don't try to do it alone 3. Just Be You 4. Prepare Ahead of Time 5. Pray for … Keep Reading »
What was it about the first century Church that transformed the Roman world? I believe it was birth of multi-ethnic local churches comprised of Jews and gentiles. In the first century, this simply should not have been possible — unless the … Keep Reading »
Missional - The church buzz word of the last five years. It’s what we’re supposed to be. It’s what we’re supposed to do, but understanding that, well… there seems to be some "Tension-al." This is the way I see it. I’m a very simple … Keep Reading »
While often in a group we emphasize care, connection and application, service is an important part of group life. As a smaller expression of the church, I believe that every small group should include all five biblical purposes: connect, grow, reach, … Keep Reading »
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