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Easter at New Song Community Church

Easter at New Song was “almost back to pre-Covid normal.” People in our neighborhoods were interested in coming to church! For two decades now, New Song Community Church has been … more
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Easter Egg Hunt at East Clairemont Church

East Clairemont church recently hosted, on April 8, 2023, an Easter egg hunt outreach event that was a huge success. The event was designed to help build the church's children's ministry and provide … more
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When a Hug is Not Enough

(*This is not intended to take the place of medical care. Some situations may require care beyond what we have the skills to provide.). “…[M]any people know what it’s like to … more
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6 Ways Pastors Become Men of Prayer

Is every pastor a man of prayer? At first, the question sounds odd, like asking if all water is wet or if all fire is hot. The truth, however, may be surprising. Statistically speaking, almost … more
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First Easter Service at Doxa Church in National City

It’s early on Easter Sunday, April 9th, 2023. The sun is bright, and the morning is cool and crisp. Volunteers arrive at Sweetwater High School, where the church meets at 10:00 AM. The set-up … more
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The Power of a Visitor’s Card

Most regular churchgoers disregard the simple visitor’s card tucked away behind church pews and seats. But for one Send Network church plant in Vancouver, Washington, these cards have proven to … more
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16 Leadership Lessons I Learned the Hard Way

Normal teenagers don’t read leadership books. They play baseball, chase girls, and wait on their budding mustache to bloom into all its glory. But as my wife continually reminds me, other … more
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Thriving (not Just Surviving) as a Woman in Leadership

Leadership has been likened to mountain climbing. Depending on the height of the mountain, the closer to the summit one climbs, the harder it gets. The air is thinner, the winds blow stronger, and … more
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SAN DIEGO CRUISE SHIP CREW MINISTRY

My wife Lorna and I started the Cruise Ship Ministry in 2017. We have a unique opportunity to meet and minister with Crew members from around the world (from England, Netherlands, Spain, Serbia, … more
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Seven Ways to Be a Better Servant Leader for Your Church

The best leaders for the church are those who demonstrate a willingness to serve first. Is servant leadership necessary for every situation? No, but pastors and church leaders should have a default … more
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3 Practical Ways to Encourage Friendship in Your Church

Friendship for the Christian is about far more than just enjoying shared experiences with peers who share similar interests. Community is—or at least should be—central in the life of the … more
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Baptism Sunday a reminder to remember the main thing

EDITOR’S NOTE — Baptism Sunday is April 16, 2023. “Buried with Christ in baptism and raised to walk in the newness of life.” These words, and others like them, have been … more
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Unhoused Mother Says Tiny Homes' Transitional Program in El Cajon is An ‘Everything Changer'

For months, Brianna Allard and her two young daughters called their car home. Now, however, they're getting a new lease on life in a tiny structure. “We came here, she opened the door … more
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Eight Things Your Church Website Needs to Have

While the two most important elements you need to have on the front page are the church address and service times, what else does a church website need? Here are the next eight things you really … more
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Spanish-Speaking Church Planting Residencies Are Starting in Key North American Cities

Hispanic leaders from 13 metropolitan areas across North America gathered at the North American Mission Board headquarters in Alpharetta, Georgia, … more
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8 Thoughts on Being Genuine Friends with Non-Believers

As a young believer, I learned from older believers that we were supposed to evangelize lost people—but do so from a distance so you’re not stained by the relationship. I understand that … more
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Teach Theology—Your Church Needs It

The 2022 biennial State of Theology study conducted by Lifeway Research revealed some troubling findings about what evangelicals say they believe. Nearly 3 in 4 (73%) believe Jesus is … more
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Church planting as a tool for advancing the kingdom of God

EDITOR’S NOTE: Sunday, March 19 is Church Planting Emphasis Sunday in the 2023 SBC Calendar of Events. LAS VEGAS – I recently spent time in Southern California with 600 church … more
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Five Reasons Lead Pastors Should Be Involved with VBS

Few church programs are as ubiquitous as Vacation Bible School (VBS). Churches across all denominations prepare for the summer influx of kids. It’s fun. You get to dance in the sanctuary! … more
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Preaching Is Not a Performance

More than anywhere else, pastors and church leaders feel the pressure to entertain in the pulpit, which is, ironically, often atop a stage. The local church is not a stage and the pastor is not a … more
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