by Dave Workman | Jun 5, 2023 | Church Growth, Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism
Let me lay my cards on the table by stating a central belief I have about the local church: it must be outward-focused if it is to survive. And my background is such that I strongly believe we are to passionately follow the example of Jesus, who said, “The Son of Man...
by Jeff Hoglen | Apr 28, 2023 | Church Health, Church Leadership, Discipleship
As a pastor, I have seen firsthand the effects of an entitlement mentality within the local church. It can be a toxic attitude that can not only damage relationships but also hinder the church’s mission to share the good news of Jesus and serve and love others....
by Steve Sjogren | Jul 21, 2022 | Church Health, Outreach and Evangelism, Servant Evangelism
The term Half-life refers to how long something continues to have an influence on a system. For example, how long does a medication remain active in your body? A long half-life drug will influence you for weeks after you stop taking it. What is the half-life of a book...
by Steve Sjogren | Jan 26, 2021 | Outreach and Evangelism
Valentine’s Day, that stands for a celebration of love, is arguably the most “Christian” of all holidays each year. With Valentine’s, there is no misunderstanding what it stands for, as does Christmas (Santa) and Easter (bunny rabbits). I’ve read several...
by Dave Workman | Sep 7, 2020 | Church Revitalization, Outreach and Evangelism, Servant Evangelism
I recently spoke at a friend’s church and mentioned that I believe Jesus teaches that we become more whole, more joyous, more fulfilled, as our focus moves away from ourselves and more outward. For instance, Jesus once told his disciples not to worry about what...
