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The Church’s Mission in Today’s World
As Christianity’s geographic center shifts, Robert Reese examines the church’s mission in today’s world, exploring multicultural congregations, global evangelism, local ministry, and the church’s enduring role in God’s…
Five Things Every Bible Teacher Must Do
Effective Bible teaching requires more than sharing information. Discover five essential responsibilities that help teachers explain Scripture, encourage thoughtful discussion, guide practical application, and equip students to remember…
A Bible for Teachers: Introducing the ‘Standard Lesson Teacher’s Study Bible’
Discover how the Standard Lesson Teacher's Study Bible equips Bible teachers with practical commentary, teaching outlines, discussion questions, and study resources designed to strengthen classroom instruction and support…
The Megachurch Missions Minister
What makes a megachurch missions minister effective? Chris DeWelt explores the leadership relationships, business experience, training needs, and personal commitment shaping global missions in large congregations.
Megachurches and Missions
Are megachurches committed to global missions? Chris DeWelt shares findings from 55 interviews, revealing how megachurches approach missionary sending, overseas church partnerships, and cooperation with mission agencies.
Large Churches and Medium Churches: The 2013 List
Explore CHRISTIAN STANDARD's 2013 survey of 103 large churches and 109 medium-sized megachurches, including average weekly attendance ranges and a downloadable chart of participating congregations.
Bob Russell Says, ‘I Love the Church!’
Bob Russell challenges criticism of the church by highlighting its compassion, generosity, and lasting influence. Despite its imperfections, he urges Christians to appreciate, defend, and faithfully love the…
A Closer Look at the Numbers
Explore 2013 megachurch statistics covering attendance, growth rates, baptisms, and giving. See how megachurches and emerging megachurches compared, including the fastest-growing congregations and churches with the highest baptism…
Megachurches and Emerging Megachurches: The 2013 List
Explore Christian Standard's 2013 megachurch list, featuring 62 megachurches and 62 emerging megachurches. View the annual attendance chart and discover congregations averaging 1,000 or more weekly attendees.
Megachurches Break New Ground
A 2013 survey of 336 Christian churches reveals record megachurch attendance, remarkable congregational growth, and emerging trends in multisite expansion, community outreach, financial stewardship, discipleship, and church leadership.
Six Myths About Divorce
Is divorce always a sin? Can divorced Christians remarry? Paul E. Boatman examines six common myths about divorce, challenging traditional assumptions through Scripture while emphasizing covenant faithfulness, compassionate…
Just Decide to Be Happy!
Through remarkable stories of missionary life, Elisabeth Elliot, and the Jordan family, Jessica D. Vana discovers a powerful lesson from veteran missionary Ruth Jordan: happiness is a choice,…
Circle Up
Church relationships don't fit neatly into rows and boxes. Susan Lawrence explores how relational circles build familiarity, encourage accountability, and strengthen community while reminding ministry leaders to put…
Westminster High
A reluctant visit to Westminster Abbey becomes an unexpected lesson in worship. Daniel Schantz discovers how beauty, Scripture, congregational participation, and historic traditions can deepen the experience of…
Learning and Living Like Job
Eleanor Daniel traveled to India to teach the book of Job but faced a life-threatening illness instead. Her journey reveals profound lessons about suffering, prayer, Christian compassion, and…
