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Usually, when October 31^st is mentioned, most people think of Halloween, even many Christians, not realizing how this is a historic date in Church history and a day believers in Jesus Christ have much reason to celebrate. So what is Reformation Day? And why should we, as Christians, celebrate it, especially in America?

We have become de-sensitized to witchcraft, curses, and spells in today's culture.

Often, small insidious groups of unelected 'officials' will undermine God's church behind the scenes. As the shepherd of your congregation, here's how to solve problems in a respectful, effective way.

Let's consider 10 ways to redeem Halloween celebrations and point people to Christ.

Many Christians seek answers for doubts both in their own studies and from pastors or leaders at their local church. But what do we do when our pastors and church leaders experience doubts as well? They’re supposed to have the answers for us, right?

God calls His people to lay down their prideful ways of living life and embrace His way, which sometimes seemed counterintuitive to culture. Yet, embracing surrender makes us leaders who can more effectively lead because we no longer rely on ourselves, but on God.

I don’t know what Halloween is going to look like for you in your community this year. Imagine how it would be different if you focused on ways to show love and not legalism.

Regardless of what type of church you grew up in, I can bet it has some traditions that leave you wondering whether they should stick around. Today, we will look at seven of those traditions, and consider whether they need to go.

Satan's strategy is to keep us from church, knowing that by disrupting our worship and gathering with believers, he undermines our spiritual growth and obedience to God.

As we evaluate ourselves, our leadership, and how we might engage with the communities and cultures around us perhaps we might begin by asking these 4 pivotal questions.

We can be leaders in a number of ways: in our households, our workplaces, our communities, and our churches. The important thing is to be a godly leader, heeding God’s commends and God’s ways in all we do. These attributes apply to men as well as to women.

A few weeks ago I wrote an article called “Why it’s Important to Keep Tithing in Tough Economic Times” and, quite frankly, I was surprised by the many follow up comments from Christians who don’t believe that tithing is for today...

At a time when the price of everything is increasing and the companies that are hiring aren't in any hurry to fill open positions, this is a great time for churches in every community to come together and help.

You said yes to the mission trip, but now the fear is creeping in. Here’s how to prepare your heart and mind so anxiety doesn’t steal your peace.

Since so much teaching on humility over haughtiness is directed to those who shepherd God’s people, we in the Gospel ministry must pay particular attention. Those that needed the strong Biblical injunctions against haughtiness are most often leaders, spiritual leaders.

I believe that it is fair to say that Mormonism and Christianity are quite different. In fact, their basic tenants are mutually exclusive.

Let’s examine Scripture for examples and key characteristics of godly leadership. We need this quality more today than ever.

A recent study by the Family Research Council and Arizona Christian University's Cultural Research Center reveals a decline in biblical conviction among regular US churchgoers, particularly on issues like family, life, and morality.

Experiencing God through worship has presentationally changed over time, but elementally remained the same. To understand where contemporary worship is going, it’s helpful to understand what it is and when it began. The charismatic movement birthed this style of worship known for a more casual setting. Leaders take the stage and utilize technology to connect more relevantly.

We must be careful we have the right heart when it comes to giving financially. When we give from the right heart motivation, we will focus more on our eternal reward than any approval from man.