"Sticky Church" by Larry Osborne is a practical guide on how to build a church that keeps its members engaged and coming back, emphasizing the importance of small groups. Osborne, a pastor with extensive experience in building teams, shares insights and strategies that have been proven in his own congregation at North Coast Church in... Continue Reading →
In many communities, churches serve as vital hubs of spiritual growth, support, and fellowship. However, an increasingly common concern among congregants and newcomers alike is the perception of cliqueniess within these religious communities. The sense of exclusion can hinder the church's mission of welcoming and nurturing children of God and seekers alike, leading to feelings... Continue Reading →
In a previous article, I asked the question: Can You Be Lukewarm and a Christian? This is pertaining to the lukewarm church of Laodicea in Revelation 3:14-21. There were many reasons why I thought you cannot be both, and explained my findings through Scripture. This struck a sour note with some people who expressed their... Continue Reading →
42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were... Continue Reading →
Sometimes you don't see how far you've come until you see how far you've been. Once in a while I read old journals and thoughts I had about things in the past. This was one of those times. In December 2013 I was miserable in ministry. All of 2012 I had been seriously contemplating leaving... Continue Reading →
This picture brings up a few good points. Though I don't agree with it completely, it opens my eyes to the fact that when it comes to apathy, it's not always the fault of the church leadership. It does matter that a person goes to a Bible-believing and teaching church. It does matter where the... Continue Reading →
Pens & Wrenches 