A Peek at the Devil’s Playbook
Reading Time: 4 minutes
We know the devil’s gameplan. Scripture gives us the inside scoop about several tools in Satan’s toolbox—schemes he employs in his efforts to thwart God’s purposes.
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Beyond the Budget: Navigating Church Giving and Finances
Reading Time: 5 minutes
While a minister may not want to know what individuals in their church give, it’s wise for them to know about the annual budget, the average weekly or monthly giving, how much debt, if any, the church has, and what percentage of the budget is being spent to service the debt.
Preaching with Your Own Voice
Reading Time: 4 minutes
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 Art of (Spiritual) Warfare
Reading Time: 4 minutes
From the moment he set himself up against God and was cast out of heaven, the devil has been hard at work, relentlessly attempting to disrupt and impede the plan of God.
The Leader and Spiritual Warfare
Reading Time: 5 minutes
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.
The Parent’s Post: Stewarding Adult Children with Grace, Grit, and Snacks
Reading Time: 5 minutes
As parents, our job is to do our best and trust God with the rest. We have never been perfect, but God has always been perfect. Like you, we love our children and grandchildren deeply, but God loves them even more. And his love is perfect.
Community Change Brings Life Transformation: Denford Chizanga and Africa Development Mission’s Impact
Reading Time: 4 minutes
Denford Chizanga’s life is a testament to transformation—not only the transformation of his own, but also transformation in the lives of countless people across Africa.
Should Christians Join the Backlash Against D.E.I.?
Reading Time: 6 minutes
The words diversity, equity. and inclusion have value for Christians. There is a uniquely Christian approach to DEI that can serve as a third way amid all the cultural warring and political turmoil.
Are You Passionate About Your Vision?
Reading Time: 3 minutes
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.