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Churches & Colleges Working Together

Jennifer Johnson reports on a North American Christian Convention forum exploring how churches, Christian colleges, and seminaries can work together to train ministry leaders, expand educational opportunities, and…

The Agony and the Honor

Daniel Schantz recalls the worst sermon he ever preached—and the astonishing response that followed. His experience offers a memorable lesson about preaching, human weakness, and the power of…

What to Give the Person Who Has Everything

What can you give God for Christmas when he already has everything? Daniel Schantz explores three meaningful gifts—your mind, heart, and body—and how everyday service can make Christmas…

Overwhelmed by Christmas, Again!

Leading Young

Drawing from his early years in ministry and Paul's counsel to Timothy, Will Thomas shares four lessons for young preachers: lead by example, focus on Scripture, keep growing,…

From Jaded to Joyful

Brian Jennings explains how Highland Park Christian Church transformed its poverty outreach in Tulsa through neighborhood-focused food assistance, mutual trust, personal relationships, and practical support that emphasizes dignity…

Breaking the Link from Poverty to Prison

T.R. Robertson examines the connection between generational poverty and incarceration, challenging churches to move beyond short-term charity and build mentoring relationships that support children, families, and people returning…

Following Jesus Together in the Inner City

Stephen Lawson shares life at the Lotus House, an intentional Christian community in north St. Louis where believers practice shared prayer, hospitality, service, and fellowship while seeking to…

Friendship & Poverty

Stephen Lawson explores making poverty personal through neighborhood friendships, hospitality, and shared daily life, challenging churches to move beyond charitable programs and follow Jesus by building meaningful relationships…

A Biblical View of Poverty

Mark W. Hamilton explores the Bible's teachings on poverty, examining social exclusion, economic responsibility, and divine grace while challenging Christians to follow the example of a Savior who…

Uneasy with the Times

Neal Windham reflects on Jesus' choice to live in poverty, recalling a personal encounter with a stranger in need and challenging Christians to follow Christ through generosity and…

50 Ways Your Church Can Fight Poverty

Explore 50 practical ways churches can fight poverty, with ideas from 15 Christian leaders covering community outreach, education, partnerships, employment, generosity, and relationships that support lasting change.

Your Privacy Policy

Chris Jefferson explains why churches and ministries need website privacy policies, examining data collection, donor information, transparency, visitor choice, and the opportunities and responsibilities of digital outreach.

It’s Good to Be an Alien

Drawing on his experiences as a resident alien in England, C. Robert Wetzel explores what 1 Peter teaches about Christian citizenship, moral responsibility, public witness, and obedience to…

Exploring ‘the Call’ to Cross-Cultural Ministry

How does God call people to missions? Carla Williams explores missionary testimonies and biblical examples that reveal different paths to cross-cultural service, from childhood inspiration to unexpected opportunities…