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Author: Craig Etheredge

The Great Commission And The Great Omission

The Great Commission And The Great Omission

Telling people about Jesus isn’t optional; it’s a command. It’s a sad fact that many Christians haven’t shared the gospel with anyone in the last twelve months. For too many […]

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Moving From Church Models To Christ’s Model

Moving From Church Models To Christ’s Model

Church leaders love models. Pastors seem to be naturally drawn to the latest and greatest trends in ministry. Over the past twenty years, I’ve seen models come and go. The […]

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Disciple-Making Didn’t Start With Jesus

Disciple-Making Didn’t Start With Jesus

Jesus’ commission was clear, “Go make disciples of all nations.” The key command – the divine imperative – is to “make disciples”. But what exactly is a disciple? This question […]

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Jesus Journey of Preparation From Prophecy to Messiah

Jesus’ Journey of Preparation: From Prophecy to Messiah

The way for Jesus’ life and ministry was paved before He was even born; thus, His arrival wasn’t a secret event. People had been waiting for the Messiah ever since […]

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The Path You Choose Determines Your Destination

The Path You Choose Determines Your Destination

I will never forget climbing my first 14,000-foot peak in Colorado. At the beginning, the path was very clear and obvious. The trailhead parking lot was full of cars, signs […]

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Discovering the True Path to Ministry Success

Discovering the True Path to Ministry Success

Have you ever thought you were doing something right, only to be disappointed with the results? We’ve all heard of “easy” ways to lose weight without having to change our […]

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Why are small groups so effective for spiritual growth

Why Are Small Groups So Effective For Spiritual Growth?

After you’ve had a few individual conversations with potential disciples, it’s time to gather them into a group. While it’s possible to disciple someone one on one, the best environment […]

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God has already chosen a person to help you

God Has Already Chosen A Person To Help You

I had not been at the church for long when I met the head coach of our local high school. He attended our church, and we struck up a great […]

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How Can You Effectively Make Disciples? Practical Steps and Personal Insights

How Can You Effectively Make Disciples? Practical Steps and Personal Insights

Making disciples is at the heart of building a vibrant and impactful church community. Here’s a comprehensive approach on how to make disciples, from identifying the right individuals to fostering […]

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Confessing Your Sin to God in Prayer is Important

Confessing Your Sin to God in Prayer is Important

How can we return to God and find forgiveness and mercy? Prayer begins with praise, but Jesus moved from praise to another important component of prayer. In His model prayer […]

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