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The Power of Hospitality Building Friendships That Open Hearts

The Power of Hospitality Building Friendships That Open Hearts

Being a friend begins with hospitality. Levi hadn’t been a believer for long. He had just made the radical decision to leave behind his old life as a tax collector […]

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Cascading Communication Building Unity and Clarity in Church Vision

Cascading Communication: Building Unity and Clarity in Church Vision

The Challenge of Effective Communication At every step along the way, you’ll need to communicate your plans for the future. As one person wisely said, “The most common mistake in […]

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The Missing Link to Church Growth: How "Leaders of Leaders" Fuel a Disciple-Making Movement

The Missing Link to Church Growth: How “Leaders of Leaders” Fuel a Disciple-Making Movement

Why “Leaders of Leaders” Are Essential A “leader of leaders” bridges the gap between church leadership and volunteer teams, creating an environment where discipleship flourishes. While many churches have charismatic […]

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Rediscovering True Community in a Disconnected World

Rediscovering True Community in a Disconnected World

A Connected Yet Disconnected Generation Digital natives are people who grew up with modern technology. They never experienced life without the internet. They’ve always had access to phones that functioned […]

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Following Jesus Embracing Sacrifice and Surrender for Eternal Impact

Following Jesus: Embracing Sacrifice and Surrender for Eternal Impact

Bonhoeffer’s Legacy of Conviction and Sacrifice Dietrich Bonhoeffer was one of the most influential theologians of the 20th century. Though he preached many sermons, he is remembered most for his […]

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How Hospitality Builds Bridges to Deeper Friendships and Faith

How Hospitality Builds Bridges to Deeper Friendships and Faith

If you want to know someone better, remember this: Hospitality opens the door to friendship. It’s hard to explain how it happens but sharing a meal with someone has a […]

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The Power of Team Leaders in Disciple-Making Movements

The Power of Team Leaders in Disciple-Making Movements

In any disciple-making movement, the role of the team leader is crucial. Whether you’re serving in a small group, leading an outreach ministry, or guiding volunteers, the impact of a […]

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The Four Steps to Making Disciples the Way Jesus Did

The Four Steps to Making Disciples the Way Jesus Did

Let’s go back up to the mountain in Galilee. Jesus is casting his global vision to his few disciples. He said, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven […]

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How to Make Disciple-Making a Focus in Your Busy Life

How to Make Disciple-Making a Focus in Your Busy Life

Years ago, I saw an illustration that has stayed with me. A woman was given a large glass jar and several rocks of various sizes, including large rocks, pebbles and […]

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The Urgency of Sharing the Gospel When Lives are on the Line

The Urgency of Sharing the Gospel When Lives are on the Line

Sharing the Gospel starts with realizing what’s at stake. Joel Hutchinson treaded water as he watched the plane his father was piloting sink into Lake Erie. He was only seven […]

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