Church Life+Ministry

Where Do You Find Refuge?
There is only one place to find true refuge and strength.
$1.7 Million Templeton Prize Awarded to L’Arche Disability Ministry Founder, Jean Vanier
Inspired by Vanier, Henri Nouwen wrote his last book about Toronto’s L’Arche community.
Women Who 'Prophesy'
We were told God would do this.
The Upside of Shame
Honor and shame dynamics can shape everything from evangelism to fundraising to family relationships.
How to Lead Change Effectively: Honestly Assess Your Church... and Leave the Bylaws Alone
Hint: rely on honest dialogue, not bylaw modifications.
Man Does Not Live by Man Skills Alone
There’s more to manliness than grilling a killer steak or tying the perfect necktie.
When Winter Lasts Too Long
Five ways to cope in a tough season.
There Are Parables Everywhere You Look
What Chris Hoke’s memoir of ministry to outcasts can teach us about seeing reality in Christ-shaped ways.
The Gospel We Preach Determines The Churches That Exist
Why does the gospel preached in America produce homogeneous churches?
Don’t Be a Slave to Your Circumstances
How submitting to God sets you free.
A Moment of Truth
How to unlock the key to discipleship.
Let the Gospel Defend Your Heart
Guard against ministry idolatry by preaching the gospel to yourself.
The Secret Shame of Abortion in the Church
A more public discussion of abortion stories can lead the way to healing.
Make New Friends, Keep Texting the Old
Technology does too good a job at sustaining our distant friendships.
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How Libya's Martyrs Are Witnessing to Egypt
Murders spark largest outreach ever amid new freedoms and new threats.
The Leadership Crucible
When God asks us to do something beyond our abilities.
How to Hold On When Everything Is Coming Apart
Remembering God’s love in the midst of deep trials.
Would Today’s Proverbs 31 Woman Do Multi-Level Marketing?
How companies appeal to family values and female empowerment.
4 Ways to Involve Everyone in Evangelism
Evangelism isn't easy for many, but everyone should be involved.
It’s Not ‘Pick Up Your Cross and Be Comfortable’
How a little healthy fear is a good thing for your faith life.

Top Story November 10, 2020

Jon Tyson: ‘Run into the Controversy’
Jon Tyson: ‘Run into the Controversy’
Why the NYC pastor’s goal is “to winsomely offend everybody.”

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