How to Have a More Outwardly-Facing Group
In time, every group will turn inward. My friend, and former Lifeway Sunday School Director, David Francis, said it this way: “The natural momentum of any group is to turn inward.” Why, you ask? Because
Is Personal Evangelism Still “A Thing?”
Personal evangelism refers to the practice of individual Christians actively sharing the gospel message of salvation through Jesus Christ with others on a personal and direct basis. In some countries it is illegal to “proselytize”
10 Ways to Teach Auditory Learners
Imagine standing on the edge of the ocean, its waves crashing against the shore with a rhythmic melody. As you close your eyes, you listen intently to the sound of the waves, feeling a sense
How many of your people are actually sharing the Gospel regularly?
I grew up using the term “soul winner” and still do. However, that is an Old Testament term, while the New Testament uses terms or words like “make disciples” in Matthew 28:19, “witness” in Acts
Jesus’ Prayers
Luke 11:1-4 tells us: "And it came to pass, that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he
5 Ways for Groups to Maximize the Dog Days of Summer
When late spring arrives, churches get busy. Mother’s Day, graduation, pre-camp and pre-VBS sign ups, and summer mission trips all
Nurturing an Addition Mindset vs. Cultivating a Multiplication Mindset in Our Local Baptist Church
In the journey of faith, churches play a vital role in nurturing and guiding believers. Within the local Baptist church
Don’t Let the Fire Die
In ministry, some Sundays can be a day of victory and others a day of defeat. Whether your fire today
5 Principles for Leading, Loving, and Equipping Your Youth Leaders
You can’t do youth ministry alone. Youth pastors and ministry leaders often forget this. We can all too easily fall
Forgiveness
“Are you washed in the blood of the Lamb? Are you walking daily by the Savior's side?” We sing that