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Never Apologize for Church Growth
Church growth should always be a part of every pastor’s prayers, passion and strategy. Especially when it’s kingdom growth.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
Blog Forum | Pivot
The Church Needs Better Critics (9 Ways to Win Hearts, not Just Arguments)
As Christians – especially Christian leaders – our criticism should elevate the conversation, not debase it.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
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7 Reasons to Leave Your Caps Lock Button Alone – And What to Do Instead
Do you want your writing to feel less inflammatory, and be more readable and influential? Try these suggestions.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
Blog Forum | Pivot
No, Our Church Doesn't Sing New Music to Appeal to Nonbelievers
Our church's song list is not an evangelism tool. It's meant to glorify God and involve the saints in worship.
Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
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Our Best on Responding to Conflict and Crisis
The best training tools to handle church conflict appropriately.
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Does Saying 'It's Okay to Be Small' Give Churches an Excuse to Settle for Less?
Every church should be actively participating in kingdom growth. But kingdom growth doesn't mean every church will keep getting bigger.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
Blog Forum | Pivot
Have Coffee With a Radical: The Value of Listening to People We Disagree With
If we’re only hearing from people who think like us, we're missing out on a lot. Politically, theologically and relationally.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
Blog Forum | Pivot
Supporting Small Churches Does Not Mean Bashing Big Churches
When we bash churches for becoming big, we fail to recognize the power of the gospel to draw people to Jesus, in both large and small crowds.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
Blog Forum | Pivot
Pastor, Be Careful the Snapshots You Bring Home from Church
When things are going badly at the church, it can be hard on the pastor. But it’s often harder on our spouse.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters
Blog Forum | Pivot
Why I've Stopped Reading All Those '10 Reasons Your Church Isn’t Growing' Lists
Please stop beating us down for what you think we’re not doing. Guilt doesn’t motivate, it discourages.
by Karl Vaters
Pivot: A Blog by Karl Vaters

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