There are three types of churches, each defined by a perspective. Read the characteristics, discover which describes your church, and what to do about it.
The SBC’s baptism rate continues to fall. The problem indicates an abysmal failure in personal evangelism. The solution to this problem is three-fold.
Pastors get help from various associate ministers (e.g., youth, education). Most churches, though, overlook the vital, and much needed, outreach minister.
Sometimes churches and believers adopt an “evangelist-as-salesman” approach to evangelism. However, Jesus does not needs salesmen, he needs servants.
Some promote party schools, others bemoan them. The problem is often either missed or denied. There is only one root cause, and there is only one cure.
There are many ways to do evangelism. Which is best or worst? This article briefly analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of various evangelism methods.
A review of the late Roy Fish’s analysis of the impact the 1858 Awakening — the Prayer Revival — had on Baptists in the United States.
What is the value of Christian memes? Are they evangelistic tools, picturesque platitudes, or religious click-bait? Some thoughts on memes and ministry.
Willow Creek’s “seeker service” model inspired countless churches. Many, however, do not consider it’s underlying philosophy, strengths, and weaknesses.
Churches and Christians too often suffer from the “evangelism delusion.” Learn to identify it and how to become an intentionally evangelistic church.
Thom Rainer outlined seven factors that hinder evangelism. I add two more and explain why they are just as vital to consider as Rainer’s seven.
Karma is a popular idea that teaches one can reach paradise or heaven on his or her own merits. This gospel presentation shows the fallacy of that belief.
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