Most of us have more than one mom in our lives to honor. Romans 12:10 says we should love another deeply and even “outdo one another in showing honor.” So here are six ways we can honor the mothers in our lives all year long.
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4 Surprising Groups Not Showing up on Sunday
When pastors look out across the congregation during worship service, who’s missing?
New data from the General Social Survey reveals some groups avoiding religious services that church leaders may not have expected.
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Americans, Especially Millennials, Want God Without Religion
Belief in God remains stable among Americans, but many don’t see church and religion as necessary to that belief.
New research finds belief in God remains stable among Americans, but many don’t see church and religion as necessary to that belief.
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5 Reasons the 11:00 AM Worship Service is Disappearing
No one knows the specific reason most churches offered an 11:00 AM service on Sunday for decades. But that trend is changing. So Thom Rainer asked several church leaders why they discontinued their 11:00 AM worship service in their churches.
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15 Ways to Beat the Summer Slump
Instead, summer can be a time to shift focus and extend the church’s ministry into new areas. “Ride the wave of momentum culture gives you,” says Kris Dolberry, a pastor, Bible teacher, and leader of Lifeway Men.
In every age group, churches can use summer as a time to re-energize. Here are some ideas to try.
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Study: Theology Matters for Growing Churches
According to a study of Canadian churches, those that adhere to conservative theology are more likely to grow than those that do not.
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