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Why the Church Needs to Stop Stigmatizing Mental Illness

The suffering of us both continued until I finally humbly filled the prescription I had been subtly taught by my spiritual leaders equaled my...

Why the Church Needs to Stop Stigmatizing Mental Illness

7 Phrases Christians Like to Say That Aren't Biblical

We’ve all heard them—phrases that sound wise, insightful, and biblical. But are they really?

7 Phrases Christians Like to Say That Aren't Biblical

5 Lessons from the Early Church to Be Thankful for Today

The book of Acts offers invaluable insights that should guide the Church, especially in the context of our modern society. The lessons found in...

5 Lessons from the Early Church to Be Thankful for Today

Opening Prayers Helpful for Beginning Meetings, Church, and Events

Here are powerful opening prayers to help focus our efforts on striving for the peace that transcends all understanding. Use them to begin asking...

Opening Prayers Helpful for Beginning Meetings, Church, and Events

What Makes Anthems Like “In Christ Alone” So Powerful?

Why theology sound lyrics make ‘Christus Victor (Amen)’ the next big staple worship song.

What Makes Anthems Like “In Christ Alone” So Powerful?

10 Things Pastors Can Do to Save Their Sanity

Discover 10 practical strategies pastors can use to protect their sanity and sustain their well-being in ministry.

10 Things Pastors Can Do to Save Their Sanity

6 Crucial Things the Bible Says Make a Great Leader

We can be leaders in a number of ways: in our households, our workplaces, our communities, and our churches. The important thing is to be a godly...

6 Crucial Things the Bible Says Make a Great Leader

Should Christians Use Scare Tactics to Share the Gospel?

Think about the way God describes those who belong to him. It all points to a relationship based on God’s love and not fear.

Should Christians Use Scare Tactics to Share the Gospel?

6 Hardships of Youth Ministry and How to Overcome Them

How can youth ministers do an effective job of making disciples? Here are six hardships of youth ministry and how to overcome them.

6 Hardships of Youth Ministry and How to Overcome Them

Why Do We Sing at Church?

There are many social gatherings where we do not gather and sing. And yet every Sunday morning across the globe people gather and sing songs — some...

Why Do We Sing at Church?

5 Ways Satan Tries to Keep Us from Attending Church

Satan's strategy is to keep us from church, knowing that by disrupting our worship and gathering with believers, he undermines our spiritual growth...

5 Ways Satan Tries to Keep Us from Attending Church

3 Questions to Help the Church Address the Issue of Toxic Masculinity

Biblical masculinity, created in God's image, is meant to reflect His glory, and by exploring its true definition, the nature of toxicity, and...

3 Questions to Help the Church Address the Issue of Toxic Masculinity

4 Blessings When We Have a “Because You Say So” Mentality

Like Simon’s obedience to Jesus, even when it didn’t make sense, we are called to trust God's leading, knowing that blessings and breakthroughs...

4 Blessings When We Have a “Because You Say So” Mentality

15 Guiding Bible Verses for Leaders

As a leader, you try to make wise decisions so you can lead people in the best direction for achieving goals together. Here are key guiding Bible...

15 Guiding Bible Verses for Leaders

6 Things to Know about the New Apostolic Reformation

I want to share with you a simple principle that will help you. This will help you whether you believe the gifts of the Holy Spirit as listed in 1...

6 Things to Know about the New Apostolic Reformation