November 3, 2026
Capturing Glimpses of God’s Glory: An Interview with Nature Photographer Kenneth Keifer
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Caring for Creation
Discover why Christian creation care matters and how one Oregon congregation helps people appreciate God's creation through nature walks, hands-on workshops, and simple ways to protect wildlife at…
Knowing When to Leave
When should a minister leave a church? Mike Shannon offers practical wisdom on avoiding hasty resignations, recognizing when a ministry transition is appropriate, and helping church leaders navigate…
I’m Flexible, as Long as You Don’t Change Anything
Change does not always mean improvement. Daniel Schantz offers four important questions church leaders should ask before making changes, emphasizing meaningful results, unintended consequences, congregational consensus, and doctrinal…
Advice for Volunteers and Those Who Recruit Them
When is it time to change your ministry role? Susan Lawrence offers practical questions for volunteers and leaders seeking to evaluate their motivations, navigate transitions, and encourage healthy…
Quitting Time
When is it time to step away from church ministry? Linda Ahlgrim explores five signs that quitting a volunteer role may be a wise, humble, and faithful decision.
The Church of the Future
As American church culture changes, Matt Smay challenges congregations to move beyond comfortable gatherings and rediscover spiritual maturity, meaningful relationships, and the mission of making disciples in everyday…
The Brave New World of Church Ministry
Dick Alexander reflects on five decades of changing church ministry, exploring rising leadership expectations, cultural shifts, preaching challenges, and the spiritual foundations needed to lead congregations through an…
Changing a City
Can churches transform their communities? Glen Elliott shares how pastors and congregations in Tucson united through prayer, school partnerships, and practical outreach to make a lasting difference in…
Are We Moving?
Leading church change is much like moving to a new home. James Riley Estep Jr. explores four essential questions that help leaders establish a vision, overcome resistance, develop…
Here’s Where Change Begins
We cannot change others, but we can change ourselves. Becky Ahlberg shares how serving at My Safe Harbor taught her to surrender control, embrace humility, and trust God's…
To Lead Change You Must Be Changed
Christian leaders cannot guide others toward lasting transformation without caring for their own spiritual health. Casey Tygrett explores self-leadership, Jesus' example of renewal, and three catalysts for leading…
2014 NACC: One Man’s Testimony
Christian author Lee Strobel praises Christian churches and churches of Christ for their evangelistic vision, growing congregations, and commitment to reaching lost people during the North American Christian…
2014 NACC: Offstage
Beyond the main stage at the North American Christian Convention, speakers explored generational challenges, millennial engagement, community outreach, congregational diversity, and what it means to fear God.
2014 NACC: Different & Demanding
The 2014 North American Christian Convention challenged churches to rethink evangelism and renew their mission, featuring Tim Harlow, Brian Welch, Ben Merold, Rick Warren, and other speakers sharing…
The Lego Principle
Why are independent Christian churches stronger together? Matt Proctor explores the Lego Principle, the relational strength of the Restoration Movement, and how strategic partnerships help Ozark Christian College…
