Church Life+Ministry

Including People with Disabilities In Your Church
We all miss out without the whole body of Christ
Popular Pastor Resigns after 'Moral Failure,' But Followers Still Want His Sermons
Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale explains why it took down Bob Coy's teachings on marriage.
Moving toward Church Multiplication Movements: 4 Steps for Developing Multiplication Leaders
Developing church multiplication leaders is the first aspect of a church multiplication movement.
The Book of Common Prayer Is Still a Big Deal
Alan Jacobs explains why the nearly 500-year-old Anglican prayer book retains its influence, and why it should appeal even to (non-Anglican) evangelicals.
An Interview with Dr. Philip Jenkins, Distinguished History Professor (Part 3)
What does the future of the global church look like? Dr. Jenkins explains.
Who Should Fund a Church Plant?
Church planting is vital to the growth of the global church, but who's stuck with the bill?
Is an Online Church Really a Church?
Every church should have an online presence, but a physical presence is necessary as well.
Why Pope Francis is Right About Confession
I'm not planning to become Catholic, but I am grateful for the Pope's example
Poetry of the Penitent Heart
The groundbreaking writer Anne Vaughan Lock worshipped with her pen.
On Mission in Brazil: Shores of Grace
When the Lord calls, we go. It doesn't have to be so complicated.
Three Views: How Can Churches Reach Nominal Believers Before They Become 'Nones'?
Experts discuss how to prevent nominal Christians from leaving the faith.
Aged Out of Church
Even in our congregations, midlife has become a joke.
Perfectly Human: What Is Ministry Success When a Child Dies?
Ministering to children with special needs in Zambia. A guest post by Beth Bailey
Moving to Missional Part II: Why Structure is Essential
Having a simple structure in your church can aid the development of a missional culture.
Kay Warren: A Year of Grieving Dangerously
One year after the suicide of her son, she shares her story of grief, mystery, and hope.
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An Interview with Dr. Philip Jenkins, Distinguished Professor of History (Part 2)
In Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Jenkins, we discuss the prosperity gospel and the explosive growth of the global church.
Is Your Worship Music Driven by Complaints or Mission in Context?
The motivation behind having different worship services is key.
World Vision Reverses Decision To Hire Christians in Same-Sex Marriages
(UPDATED) President Richard Stearns: 'Certain beliefs are so core to our Trinitarian faith that we must take a strong stand on those beliefs.'
"All Nations" and Church Planting
How does church planting relate to the Great Commission and Jesus' call to reach the nations?
Imagine All the People
Trillia Newbell casts a vision for a reconciled, racially diverse church.

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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