January 1, 2026
The Solomon Foundation: An Example of Wise Succession
Joshua Means will succeed Doug Crozier as CEO of the Solomon Foundation.
Church & Ministry
Church & Ministry equips leaders and everyday believers to build healthy, gospel-centered congregations. Explore biblically grounded articles on church leadership, preaching and teaching, eldership, staff and volunteer development, discipleship systems, small groups, church planting, church growth, and ministry strategy. You’ll also find practical guidance for navigating transitions, cultivating congregational health, and serving your community with wisdom and compassion. Whether you’re a pastor, elder, ministry staff member, volunteer leader, or church member who wants to help your church thrive, this hub brings together resources to strengthen the local church and advance Christ’s mission.
September 4, 2025
Rest and Renewal for the Shepherd: Guidelines for Elders in the Local Church
In studying Genesis 1-2, we tend to focus on God creating the light, sun, moon, stars, plant and animal kingdoms, and, of course, humanity. We seldom think about him creating rest.
September 4, 2025
What My Sabbatical Taught Me
Offering, providing, and even requiring sabbatical is good policy because an investment in our leaders is an investment in the future of the church.
September 4, 2025
When Rest Doesn’t Come Easily: How Ministers in Smaller Churches can Make Time for Sabbath Rest
Even those who serve smaller congregations (or who serve alone as the only paid employee) can still obey the Lord’s command for Sabbath rest.
September 4, 2025
Is It Time for a Rest? Four Experts Weigh in on Chief Questions about Your Sabbatical
We interviewed four experts about how to plan for a sabbatical—from how to have those early conversations with your church leaders to exactly what you ought to do during your time away.
September 3, 2025
Managing Ministry Tensions
Dealing with various tensions is a reality in ministry. And experiencing tension often leads to stress and fatigue. These issues must be managed.
September 3, 2025
Can You Communicate Your Vision?
When a vision is communicated effectively, people are drawn to the vision and not just the leader. In the long term, this gets far more traction for the church and for the kingdom of God.
September 3, 2025
Write Sermons for the Ear, Not for the Eye
Preaching is a living transaction between the preacher and those who are listening; the words we speak must represent that truth. So, when you sit down to prepare a sermon, write for the ear, not the eye.
The Power of the Pulpit
The power of the pulpit resides neither in physical furnishings nor in preachers themselves, but in the Holy Spirit who empowers his servants to proclaim God’s timeless truth.
How Should We Respond to the Never-Ending News Cycle?
In a culture filled with bad news, may God give us wisdom to lead graciously and share boldly the good news of Christ.
Preaching with Your Own Voice
We all want to be great preachers. But being a great preacher is not nearly as important as presenting a great God with your own unique voice.
The Leader and Spiritual Warfare
There is a battle raging! The fight is all around us, a fight that influences each of us as leaders in the church. The enemy is real, powerful, and focused. As leaders, we must be aware of his goals and of what Scripture says we must do to protect ourselves and our churches from his onslaught.
Are You Passionate About Your Vision?
Still healthy, somewhat effective, and obedient to a fault, many churches have lost the passionate vision they once had. Vision has been replaced by tradition, and passion by obedient maintenance.
What I’ve Learned from Flannery O’Connor about Preaching and Ministry
After reading the letters of Flannery O'Connor, Jeff Dye shares what he has learned about preaching, ministry, and life.
Unbeknownst to Me
Even when your efforts are unbeknownst to others, the Lord knows. “God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them” (Hebrews 6:10).
How Important Is Theology for Your Church … Really?
RENEW.org is offering a Certificate in Theology (CIT) program that can offer transfer credits to students who desire to pursue Bible college or university degrees.
Is There a Vision?
People need to experience purpose in their relationship with Christ and effective leaders must set goals that reflect their vision for the church in creating that purpose.
The Power of Preaching Comes from God
We need to let God control the message. The power in preaching doesn’t come from the packaging or presentation, it comes from God.
Leading Well in Ministry: Planning for a Lifetime of Service
You’ve spent your life serving others. You deserve someone who can serve your financial and retirement needs equally as well, so that you can continue to seek first the kingdom of God.
Small Churches, Great Impact
Smaller churches are everywhere, from densely populated urban areas to the suburbs, to tiny communities at rural crossroads. With smaller churches distributed so widely across the country, they are positioned for greater influence than their size might suggest.
