Winter 2012

What it takes to move people from complacency to follow Christ.

A simple tool is helping churches in Arvada, Colorado, know and love their neighbors.

Leadership Reviews

When ministry turns you into a monster, the answer is not to suck it up and work harder.

Preaching to Yourself

How one church was transformed by reaching out to neighbors with addictions.

Why do you use social media?

Community partnerships are bringing transformation to unlikely places.

Can one church handle two generations’ attitudes toward evangelism and service?

John Stott’s writings clarify the relationship between evangelism and social justice.

A surprising way to spread the word about your church.

An unlikely theatrical role enabled me to connect with unbelievers.

What it means to catch in community.

A new book takes a closer look at how churches foster spiritual growth.

Cohabitating couples treated to free church wedding.

Religious and secular audiences require very different approaches.

The power of a neglected virtue

How can pastors be encouraged to embrace their failures and redefine ministry success?

Barna President David Kinnaman examines the trend.

What would it have taken to reach the Apple founder’s core?

A faithful witness requires service and evangelism.

How a near-fatal climbing accident forced me to rethink ministry–and the rest of my life.

We highly recommend these titles as you strive to develop your leadership gifts.