How Do You Preach a Clear and Compelling Sermon?
Two simple frameworks help you preach better sermons: the 3 C’s (clear, concise, compelling) and ethos, pathos, and logos.
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What Is the Purpose of a Sermon?
Real transformation happens in families, groups, and mentoring relationships. Here’s how a sermon equips people for ministry and sparks conversations all week.
Read MoreAm I Qualified to Preach?
Before you preach in a local church, ask yourself five questions about your connection to Jesus, your character, your love for people, and your gifts.
Read MoreWhen Should You Step Into Someone Else’s Conflict?
Should you get involved when people around you are at odds? Here’s how church leaders, small group leaders, and friends can wisely step into someone else’s conflict and help them move toward reconciliation.
Read MoreHow Do I Preach Without Notes?
Preaching without notes helps you connect with people instead of a manuscript. Learn four practical steps to build a clear outline, talk naturally, circle back to your hook, and grow in confidence.
Read MoreWhat Did Jesus Mean by “Pearls Before Swine”?
Jesus warned his followers not to throw pearls to pigs. Discover what Matthew 7:6 really means, how it fits with “do not judge,” and how it helps mentors invest their time wisely.
Read MoreHow Do You Officiate a Christian Wedding?
Being asked to perform a wedding is an honor and a big responsibility. Learn how to prepare a couple for lifelong marriage, plan a Christ-centered ceremony, and follow up as a mentor long after the big day.
Read MoreHow Do I Conduct a Funeral Service for a Non-Believer?
Officiating a funeral for someone who did not profess faith requires care. Learn how to honor the deceased, comfort grieving family members, and present the gospel clearly without offering false hope.
Read MoreWhat Does the Bible Say About Seeker-Friendly Churches?
Learn the key differences between seeker-friendly and seeker-driven churches. Discover how to balance biblical hospitality, clear preaching, and small group discipleship without compromising the gospel.
Read MoreHow Do I Make a Mentoring Handoff as a Pastor?
Discover how to create a healthy discipleship culture in your church by mastering the pastoral handoff. Learn step-by-step how to connect lay mentors with people who need care while leveraging pastoral equity to build trust.
Read MoreHow Do I Start a Mentoring Program for Fatherless Boys?
Church leaders and single moms can launch a mentoring program for fatherless boys that actually works—with the PursueGOD app keeping every conversation accountable and every adult informed.
Read MoreWhat Are the Responsibilities of an Overseer Team?
Discover the power of a shared leadership culture. Explore the biblical model for a pastoral team, the character requirements for overseers, and how pastors equip everyday believers to make disciples.
Read MoreWhat Qualifies You to Be an Overseer?
What does the Bible require of church leaders? Explore the strict qualifications for overseers, elders, and pastors found in 1 Timothy 3, and learn why spiritual maturity, home management, and a gentle spirit are non-negotiable for ministry.
Read MoreWhat Is the Office of Overseer?
What does the Bible actually say about pastors, elders, and overseers? Discover how the New Testament defines this vital church office, why local ministry context matters, and how pastors differ from deacons in spiritual authority.
Read MoreWhere Does a Sermon Fit into the Life of the Church?
Is the sermon the main event? Discover how sermon writers can move past “managing a crowd” to empowering the real shepherds of the church: parents and mentors.
Read MoreHow Do I Write the Close of a Sermon?
The conclusion is the most critical part of your message for life change. Learn how to wrap up your sermon by resolving tension and giving a clear, Christ-centered call to action.
Read MoreHow Do I Write a Sermon Intro?
A great sermon intro acts as a bridge from the listener’s world to the Bible. Discover how to use compelling hooks and clear Big Ideas to start your message with impact.
Read MoreHow Do I Prepare to Write a Sermon?
Preparing a sermon is more than just writing notes. This guide covers the essential first steps, from prayer and contextual study to finding a “Big Idea” that connects your message to the Gospel of Jesus.
Read MoreWhat Can Christians Learn from the Mormon Church?
While the doctrines differ, the Mormon church excels in areas like family discipleship and organization. Discover four practical lessons Christian leaders can learn from the LDS “all-in” culture while staying rooted in the true biblical gospel of grace.
Read MoreHow to Help People Feel Welcome at Small Group
Hospitality is a ministry. Discover how to lower the “anxiety barrier” and help guests feel at home in your small group through intentional preparation and warm connection.
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How Do We Create a Caring Small Group Culture?
A thriving small group is more than a weekly meeting; it is a spiritual family. Discover the biblical principles for building trust, sharing burdens, and fostering a caring culture that reflects the love of Jesus to every member.
Read MoreWhat Are the Essentials for Disciple-making?
Helping someone follow Jesus isn’t just for pastors. These five essentials will help you build real relationships, share timely truth, trust God with the results, point to Jesus, and pray.
Read MoreHow Do I Make Disciples?
Making disciples isn’t just for pastors. If you can have a conversation, you can make a disciple. Here’s a simple three-step approach: engage, establish, and empower.
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Overseer Training (Series)
Thinking about serving as an elder, pastor, or overseer? In this 3-week series, learn what the Bible says about the office, the qualifications for those who serve in it, and how a pastoral team shepherds a local church.
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