In churches across America, a paradox is emerging that’s as perplexing as it is concerning. On one hand, post-pandemic church life is showing signs of financial health and decreased conflict – a beacon of hope suggesting resilience and recovery. Yet, on the...
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the importance of expressing gratitude. However, small gestures, like a simple “thank you,” can have a profound impact. At The Malphurs Group, an organization dedicated to helping churches...
The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 215 Is there a place for modern, casual customs like coffee-sipping within the sanctity of worship, or does it detract from the reverence owed to God? That’s essentially the question that John Piper posed on Twitter/X...
The Church Revitalization Podcast – Episode 213 As of the time of this writing, we are about a week and a half into the latest conflict between Israel and its neighbors. War has been declared. The cowardly and evil actions by Hamas have been placed front and...
Pastoring a church shouldn’t be a solo endeavor. It’s a collective call, a shared journey — and it’s high time we embrace that truth in every aspect of church life, especially pastoral care. Think about it: within your congregation, there are individuals...