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How to give your people the #1 thing they want from church

By Randy Frazee I had the privilege of being involved in the largest study ever conducted that asked congregants where they are at in their spiritual journey, what had catalyzed ...

Teach the Big Picture with The Jesus Bible Study Series

Front and center in the story of the Bible is Jesus. His role is not confined to the Gospels. He is as visible on the first page of Genesis as ...

Steal This Idea: New Year, New Resolution to Read the Bible Every Day

By Beth Murphy Is Reading Through the Entire Bible on Your Bucket List? Here are some proven methods to help you stick with it the whole year!  As the new ...

Church Spotlight: Five Churches in a Midwestern Town Partner Together on Bible Engagement

By Randy Frazee What if your church partnered with other churches in your community to read the Bible together? Find out how four churches in a small Midwestern town rallied around ...

Fast 5 - November 2025

Scripture of the Month: Colossians 2:6-7 Must Listen: Preaching on the end times? Max Lucado unpacks the biblical timeline to deliver a message of hope and salvation. Quick Tips: Get ...

Steal This Idea: Thanksgiving Meal Bags for Students' Families

Offering Hope and Nourishment: Mission Thanksgiving Part of being thankful during the holidays is the desire to give back to those who might need encouragement or help during the season. ...

What is Wrong with the World?

Answering the pressing question question, "What is wrong with the world?" Tim Keller tells us that the only thing that can account for the world's pain and chaos is what the Bible calls sin. But it's not the end of the story. 

From Cultural Christianity to Kingdom Influence: Revitalizing Your Church's Mission

 God has called us to be visible, verbal followers of Jesus Christ, but problems arise when we prioritize society's approval over God's. So, how do we shift from being culturally conditioned to being kingdom influencers? It starts by returning to a right relationship with God.

Church Spotlight: How a Crusade in Portland, Oregon Changed the Lives of Thousands

Our Church Spotlight for November, Athey Creek Church hosted a Crusade that thousands of lives in the city and surrounding area of Portland, Oregon. 

Eric's Corner - November 2025

November is here and we can help you find resources to engage with and reflect on the upcoming holiday season. 

Steal This Idea: Stress Less with Bible Study Tracks and Planners

DOWNLOAD FREE BIBLE STUDY TRACKS HERE As a full-time pastor, Randy Frazee knew firsthand the stress of planning a sermon each week. And each week, the strain would mount as ...

Fast 5 - October 2025

Explore our Verse of the Month, Ephesians 4:11-12, and take advantage of free resources, downloads, and even a webinar by Peter Scazzero!

Finding Trust in the Dark Before the Dawn

Trust isn’t built in a single grand gesture, but in a thousand small, daily choices. It’s in the decision to begin each morning, before the first light dawns, by placing our lives afresh into the hands of God.

Prayer...Bigger and Better than We Dream

Prayer is about being honest and vulnerable in every stage and aspect of our lives. God can handle it all. 

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The Goal is Transformation: The Perfect Discussion Guide for Romans by J. D. Walt

J. D. Walt's discussion guide for his study on the book of Romans is the perfect resource for deeper transformation and growing discipleship.

Steal This Idea: Christmas Outreach through Sweet Treats

Discover how one church used creativity, a booklet, and a treat to reach others in their community during the holiday season. 

Free Resources

Using How (not) to Save the World with your church or small group?

Using How (not) to Save the World with your church or small group?

Here are some tools to help: 

The Small Group Tool Kit includes two mobile-friendly invitation cards, reflection cards to enhance your small  group experience, and a worship song playlist curated by Hosanna Wong that can beplayed during small group meetings or personal Bible study time. 

The Church Tool Kit includes a downloadable poster, bulletininsert, invitation card, and Power Point slide.

Is your church talking about anxiety, depression and mental health issues? You should be.

Is your church talking about anxiety, depression and mental health issues? You should be.

Shawn Johnson, lead pastor of Red Rocks Church, gives a
searingly honest portrait of anxiety and depression and shows readers how to fight back and live free. He also has put together three free tools pastors can use to help their congregation have a productive conversation around mental health, including a discussion guide, sermon notes and key Scripture verses.