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What Happens When Believers Come Together in Community to Worship God

What Happens When Believers Come Together in Community to Worship God?

Church is a place to worship.  Whenever believers gather together — whether it’s in a church building or in a park — one of the central reasons they come together […]

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God Has A Bigger Vision For Your Life

God Has A Bigger Vision For Your Life

What vision do you have for your life?  It’s not a question that people often think about, but it’s essential to think about it if you want to make a […]

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Are You Willing To Do Whatever It Takes To Follow Jesus

Are You Willing To Do Whatever It Takes To Follow Jesus?

According to the Ethics and Religious Liberties Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, “More Christians were martyred in the 20th century than in all previous centuries combined.” They estimate that […]

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A Deeper Look At Jesus’ Disciple-Making Process

A Deeper Look At Jesus’ Disciple-Making Process

The church exists to make disciples, following the four-step process that Jesus taught them. Before we dive into the details of how Jesus put this process to work, here are […]

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God’s Gift of Amazing Grace

God’s Gift of Amazing Grace

The story of John Newton. “Amazing Grace” is one of the most popular hymns of all time. The man who wrote its lyrics was named John Newton, and he wrote […]

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Is the Bible Reliable

Is the Bible Reliable

People today are skeptical about everything. When we hear a deal that seems too good to be true, it usually is. Not everything you see in print or online can […]

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Walking With Jesus and Staying the Course

Walking With Jesus and Staying the Course

If you start a marathon as if it were a sprint, you will use your energy too quickly and give up too soon. When it comes to making disciples, remember […]

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Would You Choose to Obey Jesus and Follow Him

Would You Choose to Obey Jesus and Follow Him?

King Saul’s choice. The king was at a crossroads. He had been given a direct command to wipe out the Amalekites. Nothing was to be left standing. But his men […]

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Are You Willing to Reach Out

Are You Willing to Reach Out?

Technology and isolation Because of technology, we have so many opportunities to connect with people. And yet, people everywhere are feeling more disconnected and isolated than ever before. Ear buds […]

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Leading Your Church Through Becoming a Disciple-Making Church

Leading Your Church Through Becoming a Disciple-Making Church

The church with a severe case of “ethnicitus” I’ll never forget sitting behind my desk staring at the report in front of me. It was my first time to be […]

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