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21 Christmas Icebreaker Questions for Small Groups 20 Oct 10:35 PM (13 hours ago)

As you gather your group this season, light the candles, pour the cocoa, and make room for joy and honesty around the table. Ask, listen, and let the stories flow.

Balance, Innovation, and Tradition in Hybrid Worship Technology 20 Oct 10:22 PM (14 hours ago)

The future of the church will not be determined by bandwidth or budgets but by faithfulness. Ask God for wisdom to innovate without losing the beauty of tradition.

Christmas Youth Group Games: 20 Festive Activities for Teens 20 Oct 9:00 PM (15 hours ago)

Christmas youth group games provide holiday cheer. Celebrate the season with 20 fun activities for teens!

Stop Fidgeting: Why Kids Squirm at Church 20 Oct 9:00 PM (15 hours ago)

Use active learning in Sunday school so children stop fidgeting.

Morris Chapman, Longtime SBC Executive Committee Leader, Dead at 84 20 Oct 5:31 PM (18 hours ago)

Morris Chapman, a longtime leader of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee, died Monday. He was 84.

Following Russell Moore’s Request, Christianity Today Names Marvin Olasky as New Editor-in-Chief 20 Oct 1:34 PM (22 hours ago)

Christianity Today has announced that veteran journalist and author Marvin Olasky will serve as the magazine’s new editor in chief.

Dr. Matthew Queen Completes House Arrest, Returns to Ministry 20 Oct 12:02 PM (yesterday, 12:02 pm)

A year after pleading guilty to one count of obstruction of justice, Dr. Matthew Queen has returned to ministry.

WATCH: ‘Diving Into My Faith Completely’—Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson Shares His Faith at Press Conference 20 Oct 10:37 AM (yesterday, 10:37 am)

Arizona State University wide receiver Jordyn Tyson is having one of his strongest years on the field. Tyson is vocal about how his "faith is everything."

‘The Devil Wants Us Divided’—Derek Minor and Canon Talk Healing, Burnout, and Unity at Dove Awards 20 Oct 8:56 AM (yesterday, 8:56 am)

Christian hip-hop artists Derek Minor and Canon opened up about their new album “Vigilante” while on the red carpet at the 56th Annual Doves Awards.

Former Pastor at Church Founded by Jerry Falwell Sr. To Spend 4 Months Behind Bars for Stalking Former Church Member 20 Oct 8:47 AM (yesterday, 8:47 am)

Former Pastor Sergio Guardia will spend four months behind bars after being convicted of stalking a former church member.

Why Do Unchurched People Come to Church at Christmastime? 19 Oct 10:52 PM (yesterday, 10:52 pm)

Why do unchurched people come to church at Christmastime? The answer can help us serve unchurched people at Christmas better, communicate the gospel more clearly, and make those first-time visits a doorway to lasting faith.

10 Christmas Sermon Ideas That Engage and Inspire 19 Oct 10:17 PM (yesterday, 10:17 pm)

With the right approach, your Christmas sermon can rekindle awe, deepen faith, and invite both regulars and newcomers into the story of God’s love made flesh.

This Christmas, Consider an Acoustic Worship Set 19 Oct 10:08 PM (yesterday, 10:08 pm)

An acoustic worship set won’t just change the sound of your service; it might change the spirit of your people.

‘Challenging? Yes. But Very Rewarding’—Dallas Jenkins Shares How ‘The Chosen Adventures’ Speaks to Both Kids and Adults 17 Oct 11:24 AM (4 days ago)

Dallas Jenkins, creator and director of “The Chosen,” recently spoke to ChurchLeaders about 5&2 Studios' new animated series, “The Chosen Adventures.”

Grandmother Pleads No Contest in Murder of 2 Women, Including Pastor’s Wife 17 Oct 9:23 AM (4 days ago)

Oklahoma grandmother Tifany Machel Adams has been found guilty in the murders of two women: Veronica Butler, the mother of Adams’ grandchildren, and Jilian Kelley, Butler’s friend and the wife of a pastor.

Study Finds Churchgoers Are Becoming Less Certain the Bible Is Clear About Sexuality, Gender, Abortion 17 Oct 9:01 AM (4 days ago)

Churchgoers are becoming less sure about what the Bible says regarding abortion, sexuality, and gender, according to a study conducted by Family Research Council's Center for Biblical Worldview. 

Shane Pruitt’s New Bible Study ‘Not My Jesus’ Guides Teens and Adults to the True Biblical Jesus 17 Oct 7:32 AM (4 days ago)

Shane Pruitt has released a new Bible study, titled “Not My Jesus,” aimed at encouraging people to reject false views of Jesus.

Christmas Giving Ideas: 10 Ways to Transform the Holiday 16 Oct 10:50 PM (4 days ago)

10 practical suggestions for making the most of the christmas season

Sample Advent Worship Plan 16 Oct 10:03 PM (4 days ago)

This order of service can help your church focus on Jesus this season. Reflect on how the powerful marriage of Scripture, song and participatory action can connect people to God this Advent.

Christmas Planning Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) 16 Oct 10:02 PM (4 days ago)

Christmas Eve is a powerful and great opportunity for outreach. Don't miss the opportunities.

Thanksgiving Craft for Expressing Gratitude 16 Oct 9:00 PM (4 days ago)

A Thanksgiving craft helps children learn about giving thanks to God. This Tree of Thanks will become a treasured family keepsake.

Impact Young Lives: 8 Signs of a Thriving Youth Ministry 16 Oct 9:00 PM (4 days ago)

Does your youth ministry impact young lives? These 8 indicators show if your youth ministry is bearing fruit.

‘Hacking for Human Flourishing’—Nearly 700 Attend Gloo’s 3rd AI Hackathon 16 Oct 2:50 PM (4 days ago)

Gloo’s third annual AI Hackathon in Boulder, Colorado, featured 98 teams creating solutions that honor God and promote human flourishing.

Forrest Frank Shares Vulnerable Song He Wrote a Year Ago About His Struggle Processing Success 16 Oct 1:50 PM (4 days ago)

Dove Award winning singer Forrest Frank recently posted a brand new song for his social media followers to hear.

‘I Was Tempted To Drink Again’—Ben Fuller Shares What Almost Cost Him 6 Years of Sobriety 16 Oct 11:22 AM (5 days ago)

Last Tuesday, Oct. 7, Ben Fuller, talked with ChurchLeaders on the red carpet of the 56th Annual Dove Awards about the importance of staying in communication with Jesus.

LA Dodgers Pitcher Blake Treinen Wants To ‘Make Heaven Crowded’ 16 Oct 11:06 AM (5 days ago)

As the Los Angeles Dodgers seek another World Series championship, relief pitcher Blake Treinen has another pursuit in mind: saving souls.

Watch an Exclusive Never Before Seen Clip of ‘House of David’ Season 2 Ep. 4 16 Oct 4:06 AM (5 days ago)

Wonder Project has released an exclusive clip from “House of David” Season 2, Episode 4, that gives viewers a first look of King Saul’s confrontation with the prophet Samuel.

How Church Media Producers Can Avoid the Nightmare Before Christmas 15 Oct 10:18 PM (5 days ago)

Give them something to remember during the program and something on video to download and enjoy for years to come--something other than the nightmare before Christmas!

Easy Small Group Food Ideas 15 Oct 10:06 PM (5 days ago)

My small group enjoys starting our time together in conversation while eating some snack foods. We rotate responsibility for bringing snacks to our gatherings.

Church Games Are Important: 5 Reasons To Let Kids Play 15 Oct 9:00 PM (5 days ago)

Why are church games important? Unpack how Sunday school games help children learn Scripture and apply it to life.

What Teens Need from Church (and from You) 15 Oct 9:00 PM (5 days ago)

Wondering what teens need from church? Consider these six must-haves.

Brandon O’Brien: The Surprising Strengths of Small Churches 15 Oct 2:10 PM (5 days ago)

Brandon O’Brien helps us recognize the surprising strengths of small churches and how they can thrive in their communities.

‘Happy Birthday, Daddy’—Erika Kirk Shares Heartbreaking Wish From Charlie Kirk’s 3-Year-Old Daughter 15 Oct 1:24 PM (5 days ago)

“Charlie, baby, I know you’re celebrating in heaven today—but gosh, I miss you."—Erika Kirk

‘We’re Saving Christianity. We’re Saving God’—Eric Trump Says His Father Will Get to Heaven by Ending Wars 15 Oct 12:56 PM (5 days ago)

Presidential son Eric Trump made controversial comments about his father’s MAGA movement and why he believes Donald Trump is going to heaven.

‘A Very Touching Moment’—Erika Kirk Shows Greg and Cathe Laurie Medal of Freedom Given in Honor of Charlie Kirk 15 Oct 12:09 PM (6 days ago)

Pastor Greg Laurie and his wife, Cathe, were among the invitees for the Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony to honor Charlie Kirk.

‘I Love This Question’—Forrest Frank Answers Jelly Roll, Explains Profiting ‘From Jesus for Jesus’ 15 Oct 9:26 AM (6 days ago)

Forrest Frank broke his silence and responded to Jelly Roll questioning how making money off Jesus music differs from accepting awards for Jesus music.

Finnish Actor Jaakko Ohtonen Will Replace Jim Caviezel as Jesus in Sequel to Mel Gibson’s ‘The Passion of the Christ’ 15 Oct 9:05 AM (6 days ago)

The new cast of the sequel to Mel Gibson’s "The Passion of the Christ" has been revealed. 

Daniel Akin Announces Retirement From SBC Seminary He Led for 22 Years 15 Oct 6:02 AM (6 days ago)

Daniel Akin, the president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, announced to students on Tuesday that he will retire this summer.

5 Church Growth Strategies at Christmas 14 Oct 10:55 PM (6 days ago)

You can use church growth strategies at Christmas to help your members sense that they are a part of something big and exciting.

4 Christmas Lessons From Joseph of Nazareth 14 Oct 10:39 PM (6 days ago)

We get the Christmas story from the scriptures. Good preaching highlights the fact that Christmas stories are also scripture Christmas lessons.

Overcoming the Fear of Rejection: Why You Should Never Say “No” for Someone Else 14 Oct 10:02 PM (6 days ago)

Your job is to dream audaciously, act courageously, and make the "big ask."

Short Powerful Sermons for Youth: A Message About Faith 14 Oct 9:00 PM (6 days ago)

Need short powerful sermons for youth? Here’s a free youth message about believing in God amid trials.

Volunteer Insights: 5 Things They Want To Tell You 14 Oct 9:00 PM (6 days ago)

Volunteer insights help you better serve your important ministry helpers. Consider these 5 statements.

Alice Matagora: How Healthy Churches Multiply Disciple-Makers 14 Oct 2:49 PM (6 days ago)

Navigators leader Alice Matagora unpacks the latest research on disciple-making in the U.S. and what it means for ministry leaders today.

Angel and Wonder Project Release Teaser Trailer for ‘Young Washington’ 14 Oct 2:03 PM (6 days ago)

Angel Studios and Wonder Project have released the first trailer for the upcoming biopic “Young Washington.”

‘We Have Luxury Christianity Over Here’—Lauren Daigle Exhorts the Church To ‘Tell the Truth’ 14 Oct 1:56 PM (6 days ago)

Lauren Daigle recently shared the inspiration behind her latest song “Let It Be A Hallelujah” and gave the church an exhortation.

Erika Kirk: ‘There Is No Linear Blueprint for Grief’ 14 Oct 1:31 PM (6 days ago)

Erika Kirk, the widow of the late Turning Point USA Executive Director Charlie Kirk, recently shared some reflections on grief.

Why People Aren’t Singing in Church—and How to Bring Worship Back to Life 14 Oct 12:32 PM (6 days ago)

At almost every Christian conference, one of the most powerful moments is hearing thousands of people lift their voices in song. No fog machines, no production tricks—just believers singing about the grace of God. Yet, on many Sunday mornings, something feels missing. The music plays, but the congregation stays quiet. So what happened? Why aren’t […]

9 Essential Tips for Training Volunteer Leaders in Church Ministry 14 Oct 12:30 PM (6 days ago)

I’ve served in church leadership long enough to know this: great ministry depends on great volunteers. But finding, developing, and keeping those volunteers doesn’t happen by accident. It takes intentional leadership and a clear plan to raise and train people who don’t just serve—they lead others to serve well. If your church depends on a […]

Pastors Arrested in China, Raising Alarms About Religious Persecution 14 Oct 12:13 PM (7 days ago)

Chinese authorities rounded up and detained Zion Church Pastor Mingri “Ezra” Jin and almost 30 other church leaders last week.