Chuck Lawless
A Word of Hope as We Seek to Evangelize Loved Ones
I pray my words will bring you hope—especially if you’ve been praying for non-believing loved ones for a […]
Blog
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- Armor of God
Why Discipleship Matters in Spiritual Warfare
I’ve been looking at the topic of spiritual warfare for more than thirty years now. From this study, […]
- Chuck Lawless
An Illustration to Encourage Ministry Husbands and Wives Today
Some years ago, my pastor at the time told me a simple story I have never forgotten. He […]
- accountability
8 Connections for Me Between Physical Exercise and Spiritual Disciplines
I start out today’s article, the second one in this series about taking care of ourselves spiritually and […]
- Church Answers
Recommended Resource – Know Your Church Report
If you are interested in knowing your church’s perception of its own health, we recommend the “Know Your […]
Advanced Degrees
13 Reasons Church Leaders Ought to Continue Their Education
I admit my bias here. I am a seminary dean and professor, and I believe in education. Regardless […]
Article Highlight
Article Highlight: 10 Characteristics of the Best Preachers I’ve Known
This summer we are highlighting some of our favorite articles! We hope you enjoy this short read from […]
Chuck Lawless
12 Signs that a Church is in Mission Drift
Many churches have long lost their focus on a clear mission that compels them forward. Here are some […]
Missional Prayer
10 Ways to Build Prayer into a Worship Service
Jesus strongly reminded us that God’s house is to be a house of prayer (Luke 19:45-46). Getting there […]
Chuck Lawless
A Sermon Illustration that Has Often Saved Me from Error in Making Decisions
Years ago on a personal retreat, I read a book called The Will of God.[1] It was during a time […]
Discipleship
Leadership with Our Words
“Brother Jack” was my pastoral hero, yet I heard him preach no more than twenty times. I met […]
Intentionality
8 Reasons Pastorless Churches Should Consider an Interim Pastor
I admit my bias here. I’ve served as an interim pastor when my schedule has allowed, and I’ve […]
Biblical Preaching
12 Things I Wish I’d Never Said When Preaching
To be frank, this post is embarrassing. I write it primarily to say to preachers, “Be careful what […]
Church Assimilation
7 Components of Effective Church Assimilation
Over the years, I’ve studied churches that have done a good job not only of reaching people, but […]
easter
10 Places to Use Church Greeters, Especially During Easter
Many people who write about church growth recognize the importance of having trained greeters at the doors when […]
easter
10 Ways to Prepare for Easter this Week
This coming Sunday, the world will celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Here are some ways to get ready […]
Bitterness
12 Markers of Pastoral Bitterness
It happens. Pastors get smacked around in church work, and they often bear the scars of anger and […]
Chuck Lawless
10 Steps to Reaching the Unchurched
When I first became a believer, evangelism meant “cold call,” door-to-door telling people about Jesus. That approach actually […]
Chuck Lawless
7 Reasons I’m Not a Fan of Longer Sermons
Okay, I admit my subjectivity here. And, I realize some (if not many) readers will disagree with me. […]
Church Leadership
10 Needed Commitments of Bible Study Leaders
I am surprised how little attention churches give to securing Bible study leaders and holding them accountable. Below […]
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