Faith Is Not a Subject
People describe the Christian faith as a “personal relationship with Jesus.” But in the church, how have we gone about encouraging and developing that relationship with Christ? Sadly, our church…
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The #1 Free and Easy Way to Increase Your Teaching Impact
Not long ago I attended a presentation by Dan Heath, co-author of The Power of Moments. At the very least, I knew it’d be worthwhile. It turned out to be…
“Rich People Apples” and Other Barriers to Church Involvement
My son was in town recently to attend a friend’s wedding. He’s a grad student in another state, and my wife and I love any chance we can get to…
iTech Rising: What a 3-D Generation Means to 21st Century Church
By Rick Chromey You probably know them by a different name. Gen Z. iGen. Plurals. ReGen. Or Centennials. I call them the iTech Generation. Born since 1999, this cohort of…
Think Small: Why the Little Things Really Matter
by Rick Chromey Small is tall in postmodern culture. Don’t believe me? Just order a “tall” at Starbucks and watch what’s delivered. Or consider the tiny things that have gigantic…
A 21st Century Reformation: Reimagining The Modern Sermon
by Rick Chromey Martin Luther changed the church. On October 31, 1517—500 years ago—this pious German monk challenged medieval Christianity and unleashed a Protestant Reformation. Luther specifically attacked a brand…
Teaching Faith to Yawning Students
by Thom Schultz “If you just have enough information, then you’ll believe–and behave.” That seems to be the unspoken hope in the church today. Helping others love and follow Jesus…
3 Simple Ways to Make Worship Messages Memorable
by Bob D’Ambrosio Can you recall the main point of a sermon you heard last month? Last Sunday? Yesterday? Pastors spend countless hours each week preparing a message that most…
The Lecture Is Over
by Rick Chromey It’s time to preach a hard truth. It’s becoming clear that the lecture is dying as an effective communication strategy in today’s postmodern cyber culture.1 No, it’s…
Live to Ride: What the Church Can Learn From Harley-Davidson
By Rick Chromey It’s the epitome of cool and an American icon. Nothing rumbles down the road like a Harley-Davidson. It’s a legendary expression of freedom, happiness, and style. Even…
