Growing a large online audience doesn’t always create a healthy community. Brandon Robbins outlines a framework for discipleship that helps people see where they are on their journey, take the next steps, and support one another in following Jesus. Read more now.

Community Outreach | Faith Formation | Leadership | Online Ministry | Reach New Disciples

Luke Edwards highlights a community-driven approach to leadership that centers spiritual discernment—listening to God, the congregation, and the surrounding community—to discover how the Spirit is already at work and inviting shared direction for ministry. Read more now.

Change | Community Outreach | Leadership | Pastoral Transitions

Kevin G. Ford and Jim Singleton say there are two important questions church leaders need to ask. They then need to begin by focusing on the answers to the second question, not the first.

What needs to be preserved? What needs to change?

Want more Right Questions? Read The Right Questions for Church Leaders.

If you’re a pastor preparing to begin ministry in a new setting, The Right Start Video Tool Kit leads you in ending your current ministry well, developing a personal transition plan, and making the most of your first days, weeks, and months in your new congregation. Available in Pastor’s and Group Training Versions. Learn more and watch a video preview.

Discover more video tool kit resources plus adult Christian studies.

Strong and growing congregations typically have a very high percentage of people who are actively involved in learning, serving, and leading. 50 Ways to Increase Active Engagement offers tips to help you lift up the ministry of volunteering in your congregation. Read now, share, and download free.

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“By its very nature, faith, just like love, requires a leap. For me, belief moved from indefensible to intriguing to possible to plausible, and eventually I reached the point where belief in the Christian God became simply irresistible.” — Francis S. Collins

Wesley Theological Seminary and the Lewis Center together offer the Doctor of Ministry in Church Leadership Excellence. With this track, clergy will receive the enhanced knowledge, skills, and motivation to increase congregational and denominational service, vitality, and growth. Learn more and apply today for spring 2026.