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Edward Cisneros photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls In 1998, Netflix was only a year old and only offered DVDs by mail. In 2006, Apple was on the verge of introducing the world to the first iPhone. In 2012, the idea of at-home exercise changed with the founding of Peloton. Think how much the world … Continue reading “9 Ways the Modern Worship Service Is Changing”

Ben White – Unsplash By Y Bonesteele The western, American culture views dating differently than other cultures globally. Our cultural perspective is not necessarily right nor wrong, but it can make navigating dating in a biblical manner difficult—so difficult that pastors and leaders may avoid the topic. Yet, it is an area of need in … Continue reading “4 Ways Your Church Can Serve Young Adults Thinking About Dating”

Elena Taranenko photo – Unsplash By Scott McConnell This decade is off to a rocky start. Seismic disruptions from a pandemic, incivility across social groups, and numerous local disasters have shaken American churches. We know God is a foundation that cannot be shaken, but with everything else “up in the air” it is hard to … Continue reading “2 Priorities Every Pastor Must Embrace During the 2020s”

camilo jimenez photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls Before pastors and church leaders apply biblical principles to their congregational life, they first must learn and live out those ideals in their personal life. And according to Christian tech experts, the best place to start is the beginning. Just as humanity’s relationship with technology goes back … Continue reading “3 Principles to Apply the Bible to Social Media”

Kristina Paparo photo – Unsplash By Danny Franks “Let me get a little information from you.” Those eight words strike a mixture of fear, cynicism, and anger in many of us. Whether we’re getting a frequent shopper card at our grocery store, starting a gym membership, or even adding a line to our wireless plan, … Continue reading “How to Best Connect with Church Guests (on Their Terms)”

Andrew Seaman photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls Most Americans believe churches are helping the country move in the right direction, according to Pew Research. In a July 2021 study, 62% of U.S. adults say they believe churches and religious organizations have a positive effect on the way things are going in the country these … Continue reading “Americans Grow More Optimistic About Churches”

Screen capture from YouTube By Aaron Earls The pandemic forced churches across the country to make significant changes, but none were quite like the one at Stony Fork Community Church, formerly known as Outbreak Church. After enduring the impact of COVID-19 like most every other congregation, pastor Scott Carroll, along with the elders and staff … Continue reading “COVID-19 Causes a Church Name Change”

Korney Violin photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls Most unchurched Americans say they have multiple Christian friends, but those friends haven’t shared with them how or why they should follow Christ. In a 2016 study of 2,000 unchurched Americans, Lifeway Research found an openness to religious conversations, especially with Christian friends and family. Yet, few … Continue reading “Christians Don’t Share Faith With Unchurched Friends”

Vincent Guth photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls The pandemic has brought innovation and creativity out of virtually every pastor across the country. It’s also probably taken most of the energy out of them as well. Pastors often hear “Can you pray for me?” but all too rarely do they hear “How can I pray … Continue reading “4 Hidden Struggles Most Pastors Face”

Leio McLaren photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls  With COVID-19 cases once again climbing and churches scrambling to adjust, many pastors and leaders face the unenviable position of angering a passionate portion of their church.  Some churchgoers remain hesitant to be involved in any in-person activities, including worship services, while others vehemently reject the adoption of any potential … Continue reading “What Does It Mean to Live by ‘Faith Not Fear’ During a Pandemic?”