Church Leaders Update Archives

What if we, the congregants, are the reason for a stagnating or declining congregation?

The idea of “chosenness” and “special blessing” from God has been a constant theme throughout the history of the United States, beginning with the...

Who is Gen Alpha? What are their attributes, and what does that mean for what’s next? Here are six cultural markers that distinguish today's...

When leaders frame modern war as part of God’s divine plan, Christians must ask a serious question: is that what Scripture teaches? Here’s how the...

Gone are the days when families drove to church in their Sunday best and went to Wednesday night Bible study. While this might have been a priority...

The digital age never powers down, but God built rest into creation itself. Learn how Sabbath restores what constant scrolling quietly steals.

Music and signing are not reserved only for times of joy. In fact, Scripture-based hymns can speak hope into the darkest parts of our lives. May...

Rwanda has closed thousands of churches, requiring theology degrees for religious leaders. The move raises a deeper question for believers...

How do we serve the older population in our churches? How do we make elderly people feel seen, heard, and valued? We need to be intentional, for...

Spiritual betrayal cuts deep and leaves you asking hard questions about God, the Church, and your own faith. Before you give up, discover the six...

Over the past few centuries, scholars have argued about the benefits of Lent. Do we do it? Do we not? Should I even celebrate Lent if I am not...

Engage with young adults about this issue, ask questions, be humble in your response, and offer hope that our gracious God will one day make all...

While playing secular music in church seems culturally sensitive, there is the danger of it backfiring, in that many unchurched newcomers come to...

What if fasting this Lent actually transformed your habits, not just your diet? These 10 soul-deep shifts can clear out what is draining you and...

There are many reasons a person may feel called into a ministry career, but it is not something to be rushed. If you believe God may be calling you...