Content Library
Books, courses, articles, and more.
Hugh Halter: Formation Article 4
Seed article 4 for Hugh Halter. Replace with migrated content when ready.
Hugh Halter: Formation Article 2
Seed article 2 for Hugh Halter. Replace with migrated content when ready.
So We’re Unmarried but Living Together—What’s the Big Deal?
Cohabitation is becoming more widely accepted as an alternative to marriage, the result that marriage is being delayed or disregarded altogether. Cohabitation is here to stay. How do we counsel those for whom living together is the expected norm?
‘This Year Has Been the Hardest Year of My Life’—Eric Mason Announces Departure From Epiphany Fellowship
Dr. Eric Mason, founder of Epiphany Fellowship Church in Philadelphia, announced that his season at the church has come to an end.
Judge Sides With Second Baptist Houston, Dismisses Nearly All Claims in Church Governance Lawsuit
A judge has sided with Second Baptist Church of Houston, dismissing nearly every claim filed against it by a group of congregants.
What If God Isn’t Impressed by Our Success?
Kelly Needham reminds us that throughout Scripture, God consistently values things that often go unnoticed by the world.
Executive Pastor at New York Megachurch Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Abuse
John Camardo III, a New York executive pastor, has pleaded guilty to two charges related to child sex abuse.
Plant What God Would Plant, Go Where God Would Go
“If we begin to think outside of the box, the city may truly rejoice that we showed up.”
The Mysterious Mandate of ‘Small Discipleship’
The kingdom of God grows through the practice of discipling a small group of people, which requires time and patience.
Think Outside the Box: What Would God Plant?
Doing church in the traditional way may not be good enough in the mission context in which we're living.
Get Out There in Public Spaces
"The public space is a space God inhabits, and he always shows up there because he’s always there."
Hugh Halter: The Power of Incarnational Ministry
"Jesus was a man of the people because he would rather bring healing to the sick than go to church on Sunday."
The Why of What We Do
The way of Jesus was to include people in his life and then help them understand it later.
How to Thrive in Bivocational Ministry
Hint: It's not doing two things poorly, but learning to thrive in bivocational ministry.
Cockroaches and the Coronavirus
The church works best when it's decentralized and missional.
How the Call of God Disrupts Maslow’s Hierarchy
The first eleven chapters of Genesis are sometimes called chapters of “primeval history” – that’s because they are the earliest history of the world, and because they are, they deal in matters common to all humanity rather than local history. And throughout those chapters, we have seen three occasions of God’s judgment for sin: we … Continued
Focus on the Family Launches Search for President Jim Daly’s Successor Ahead of 2027 Retirement
Focus on the Family has announced that it has launched a search for a new president as Jim Daly is set to retire from the role in 2027.
How to Start a Church Without a Dime
“What would change if we lived out the truth that God does the building and growing as we live in simple kingdom ways?”
3 Keys to Incarnational Leadership
“We might not get to see all of God’s legacy in our lives, but we will get to see some—and that is worth everything.”
5 Powerful Ways to Pray for Your Pastor Every Day
Prayer is one of the greatest gifts you can give your pastor. Learn five practical, biblical ways to pray for your pastor's spiritual life, leadership, family, health, and ministry so they can faithfully lead your church with wisdom, strength, and God's power.
Why Pastors Are Unknowingly Sabotaging Their Church Media Teams
Many ministry leaders say they want to expand their reach, but behind closed doors, they are burning out the very media teams capable of helping them do it. Here is why church creatives need leadership instead of micromanagement.
Eight Myths about Heaven That Many Believe
There’s no need for bucket lists, because our new universe adventures will far exceed this life’s. We really will live happily ever after. That’s not wishful thinking. It’s the blood-bought promise of Jesus.
Why You Feel Spiritually Drained in Ministry
Ken Shigematsu and Jason Daye explore why spiritual exhaustion is so common in ministry and what it reveals about how we are living.
2 New Lawsuits Filed Against Pawleys Island Community Church, 1 Alleging Child Sexual Abuse
One of two new lawsuits against Pawleys Island Community Church alleges that former volunteer and convicted sex offender Warren Perry sexually abused a child who attended the church's school.
Why the Roman Centurion’s Faith Amazed Jesus in Luke 7
When Jesus praised a Roman centurion's faith, it wasn't just a compliment—it was a prophetic sign of how the Gospel would reshape the world. Here is why historical and literary context changes everything in Luke 7:1–10.
How God Stays Faithful (Even When He Feels Silent)
When life feels like a painful slog, it's easy to wonder if God has forgotten you. Discover why God stays faithful even when he feels silent.
The 4 Temptations of Jesus (and How to Overcome Your Own)
Explore the four distinct temptations Jesus faced in the wilderness, how they map directly to our own daily struggles with motive, method, mission, and merit, and the exact strategy Jesus used to overcome them.
Modern Pharisees: 10 Things They Say (And Why It Matters)
More often than we realize, modern Pharisees are killing the mission and effectiveness of the church. After all, the people who said they loved God the most ultimately killed him when he showed up.
Why Your Spiritual Growth Stops the Moment You Think You’ve Arrived
Every stage of success requires a deeper level of surrender. If you are still breathing, you haven't graduated from God's school yet. Here is how to resist the arrogance of "arrival" and embrace a lifetime of divine wisdom.
5 Signs God Is Stirring a New Youth Ministry Movement
More than 400 youth leaders gathered for the first-ever Energize Youth Ministry Conference. Here are five powerful insights about the hunger, strategy, community, and movement shaping the future of Gospel-centered youth ministry.
How Can We Sense God’s Leading in Our Lives?
While God’s guidance always aligns with Scripture, believers can grow in discerning his leading through abiding in Christ, confessing sin, seeking godly counsel, and learning to recognize the Spirit’s prompting over time.
Jen Hatmaker Rejects Belief in a Literal Hell: ‘It Is the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me’
Best-selling Christian author Jen Hatmaker told her social media followers she no longer believes in a “literal hell.”
Nearly Half of Christians Stopped Praying Daily. Here’s Why (And How To Come Back).
A certain guilt shows up at bedtime, when you realize you haven’t talked to God in days. Maybe longer. That doesn’t include “saying grace” or “praying along at church.” We’re talking about real conversation with Jesus. For you, prayer might have felt almost automatic at one point. Maybe you had a chair by the window […]
What Your Pastor’s Wife Wishes You Knew (But Won’t Say)
There are secrets the pastor's wife will never tell you. I asked a panel of pastors’ wives, “If you could tell the church a few things about your role, what would you say?” Their responses were strangely similar.
Submission in the Bible: What It Actually Means in Marriage
Submission in the Bible is one of the most controversial, misused, and misunderstood marriage teachings. Men in particular need to keep these five things in mind.
WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Points to Jesus, Rejects Political Labels
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham is known for fiercely defending her teammates. Off the court, she’s known for pointing people to Jesus.
Churches Without Broken People Are Broken Churches
"Serving and saving were marks of Christ's life on earth. They should be marks of His people, as well."
Louisiana Pastor Found Guilty of Defrauding Churches Out of More Than $340,000
Dale Sanders, a Louisiana pastor, has been found guilty of wire fraud, access device fraud, and obstruction of a federal investigation.
‘Thank God That He’s in Charge and I’m Not’—Leanna Crawford Opens Up About Faith, Forgiveness, and New Album
Leanna Crawford says her upcoming sophomore album, “Thank God,” is the record she always hoped she would make.
Disgraced Preacher Steven Lawson Removed From Conference Lineup After Declining Speaking Invite
Disgraced minister Dr. Steven Lawson was mistakenly listed as a speaker at an upcoming pastors conference in November.
‘Anybody Outside The Tribe Of Catholicism Or Conservatism Was An Enemy,’ Says Alan Ritchson
Alan Ritchson, a vocal Christian and star of “Reacher” on Amazon Prime, urged Christians to make space for people outside of their political and religious tribes.
Parents Outraged After SC Church Leaders Hid Volunteer’s Sex Offender Status Prior to Arrest
Pawleys Island Community Church leaders are facing scrutiny after concealing that church volunteer Warren Perry, who was arrested Tuesday for violating his probation, was a registered sex offender.
Pastor Jonathan Pokluda Shares Advice on Discussing Sexual History Before Marriage
Pastor Jonathan Pokluda shared four key principles to help couples navigate conversations about their sexual pasts before marriage.
Mel Gibson Warned ‘Resurrection of the Christ’ Writer: ‘Satan’s Going To Come After You’
Screenwriter Randall Wallace said actor and director Mel Gibson warned him that Satan would attack him if he agreed to work on “The Resurrection of the Christ.”
What Does “The Sins of the Father” Mean?
Ask ten pastors what “the sins of the father” means and you will get ten different answers. Some picture a curse traveling down a bloodline. Others picture guilt handed to a child who did nothing wrong. The phrase comes straight from the Ten Commandments, but that is not where the Bible leaves it. Where the […]
Pawleys Island Pastor, Pastor’s Wife, and School Director Criminally Charged for Concealing Volunteer’s Sex Offender Status
The former pastor of Pawleys Island Community Church, his wife, the former director of the church’s school, and a former volunteer who is a sex offender have received criminal charges.
Back-to-School Intergenerational Children’s Message
Use this fun, intergenerational children’s message to help kids transition back into a school-year mentality.
11 Qualities of an Emotionally Mature Christian You Can See
It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature.
How Churches Can Prevent AI Scams, Impersonation, and Payment Fraud
AI is changing ministry operations, but it is also creating new risks for churches. Today’s scams are no longer easy to spot.
Who Is Apostle Kathryn Krick, and Why Are People Raising Alarms?
Christian influencers issued warnings about "Apostle" Kathryn Krick, who claims responsibility for a “revival” at a recent Texas book-signing.