November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
Metrics
The Annual Church Financial Audit
A 2025 annual church financial audit highlights steady electronic giving, lower debt loads, strong cash reserves, and changing giving-unit patterns across congregational sizes.
Every Superhero Needs a Squad
Kent Fillinger uses superhero teams to encourage pastors not to serve in isolation. He highlights rising pastoral loneliness and offers practical ways solo ministers can find support, accountability,…
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Bridging the Leadership Gap: Essential Steps for Church Succession
Elders and pastors need to intentionally work to identify and develop future pastors and leaders, viewing this as both a calling and a priority.
Church LeadershipGone Fishing Lately?
If we’re serious about trying to reach lost sinners and fish for people like Jesus told us to, then it’s essential we understand the beliefs, behavior, and belonging…
Church & MinistryManaging 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.
Giving & FundraisingBeyond the Budget: Navigating Church Giving and Finances
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…
Christian Standard UpdatesThe Christian Standard Church Report for 2024: Continued Growth (Part 2)
The Christian Standard Church Report for 2024 provides important historical data, current trends, and valuable insights.
Christian Standard UpdatesThe Christian Standard Church Report for 2024: Continued Growth (Part 1)
Christian Standard Church Report for 2024. This is a representative sample of our movement that provides important historical data, current trends, and valuable insights.
Anxiety & DepressionSolutions for Ministry Stress
The fear of the Lord leads to a life of holiness and obedience, while the comfort of the Holy Spirit brings peace and strength amid trials. These two…
Church & MinistryWhere Do We Go from Here?
We’re all interim leaders and at some point retirement is inevitable. Therefore, church elders and boards should be proactive to ensure a healthy, smooth pastoral transition.
Giving & FundraisingThe Science Behind Giving and Receiving Gifts
The act of giving elicits positive feelings and emotions for both the giver and the receiver, making it one of the most important exchanges you can have with…
Escaping the Echo Chamber
An echo chamber is an environment where the same opinions are repeatedly voiced and promoted, so that people are not exposed to opposing views. Echo chambers also extend…
A Financial Deep Dive
In 2023, 57 percent of churches reported that giving exceeded their budget, with 21 percent saying giving met their budgeted needs. . . .
Restoration Movement HistoryThe More Things Change
Reflections on the centennial issue of Christian Standard from 1966 . . .
