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It's not about what you earn; it's about what you spend.

Why David Brainerd Was Such a Success—and How You Can Be Too

The problem with success, defined in conventional terms, is that it's usually a moving target. read more 2:00PM EDT 5/23/2017

Paul put a quick stop to the racism he saw in church leadership.

Paul's No-Nonsense Strategy for Dealing With Racism in the Church

Paul was deeply troubled by this behavior, twice calling it hypocrisy. read more 8:00AM EDT 5/23/2017

Let's start by considering ways to minimize travel costs.

Money-Saving Ideas for Your Summer Vacation

If you're following Proverbs' advice and getting rid of your debt, try these inexpensive yet fun vacation ideas. read more 5:00PM EDT 5/18/2017

Based on the way churches are effectively using social media today, here are 10 "commandments" to help guide your strategy.

10 Commandments of Your Church's Social Media

Many churches are still either hesitant to use social media or are using it poorly and not seeing any positive results. Here's why you need it. read more 2:00PM EDT 5/18/2017

Of course, it doesn't look like Outcry Tour. Your band isn't that good. Your production isn't that good. Your budget isn't that big.

Stop Trying to Eliminate All Distraction in Your Worship Service

Let's be honest. Sometimes connecting with God is a challenge in church. read more 5:00PM EDT 5/16/2017

Though we are from every tribe, tongue, people and nation, one day we will all stand before the throne of God.

Is Your Church Walking in This Revelation 7 Principle?

Bethel's logo reminds us of what the church ought to look like. read more 8:00AM EDT 5/16/2017

A Mom's Recipe for Financial Freedom

Now that we're grown up, perhaps we can use some of that wisdom in our fight for financial freedom. read more 2:00PM EDT 5/15/2017

Enlisting a host of new volunteers can breathe fresh life into your ministry, but it's not enough.

Enlisting New Volunteers Isn't Enough—Here's the Next Step

Here are some questions to think about and discuss with your team. read more 5:00PM EDT 5/11/2017

You can't control your team like you can a television set. You might need a new leadership style.

Why Leading by Control Will Never Advance Your Team the Way You Want

Try this leadership style instead. read more 2:00PM EDT 5/11/2017

Here is a brief overview of four critical things business people need from pastors, with specific suggestions on how to implement each one.

4 Critical Things Business People Need from Pastors

Many marketplace leaders I advise tell me their pastors rarely if ever speak to this real and urgent need. Here's how you can change that. read more 11:54AM EDT 5/11/2017

Christian believers should be in high demand in the workplace.

5 Biblical Steps to Being Invaluable in Your Workplace

As imitators of Christ, we should be the most valuable workers an organization could possibly hire. Here's what the Bible says you should do. read more 9:00AM EDT 5/10/2017

Your church's children are precious. Be sure you hire the right leader to teach them about Jesus.

Why the Most Effective Children's Leaders Exemplify These 6 Traits

The value and importance of children's ministry in the local church simply can't be overestimated. read more 8:00AM EDT 5/9/2017

God has not promised that you will always feel His presence. In fact, God admits that sometimes He hides His face from us.

Protect Your Flock From This Factitious Worship

This may be the most common mistake Christians make in regards to worship. read more 5:00PM EDT 5/8/2017

Poor people are scammed in more insidious and damaging ways, often taken advantage of because of their financial desperation.

The Proverbs Key to Guarding Your Finances From Malicious Scammers

Be sure to cling to these two powerful lines of defense. read more 2:00PM EDT 5/5/2017

Most parents want a break and thus desire the separate time for children while the adult service is going on, yet the children workers wish they were in the adult service and feel limited in their ability to control the behavior of the children. What should we do?

John Piper Answers Whether Your Congregation's Kids Should Sit in 'Big Church'

I hope there is a strong leader in your church, because weak leaders will never be able to stand up against the onslaught of criticism that is going to come if you try to do what I am going to suggest. read more 2:00PM EDT 5/4/2017

Traveling around the Every Nation world, I have the privilege to participate in Sunday worship services in many different cultures and languages.

These Specific Worship Elements Will Never Die Out in Churches Across the Globe

For some reason, we continue to worship in the same ways Christians throughout the ages have done. read more 5:00PM EDT 5/3/2017

Let's exhort and encourage one another to upgrade our power prayers for our businesses.

5 Powerful Prayer Keys for Your Business

This model prayer Jesus gives us is just as much for a business owner as it is for anyone else. read more 2:00PM EDT 5/3/2017

Now we need to raise up the Nehemiahs to practically create godly infrastructure for provision to flow to and through our churches.

Why Today's Marketplace Needs More Nehemiahs

Although Nehemiah was a marketplace person, a governor and a secular leader, he was no less called than Ezra, and he fulfilled a divine assignment from God for his nation. read more 5:00PM EDT 5/2/2017

Since I was single for most of my life, I did not always know what to expect when preparing for a lifelong relationship.

Healthy Relationships Require These 2 Leadership Lessons

It takes far more than love to keep a marriage alive and well. read more 5:00PM EDT 5/1/2017

In the long run, the best way to fix your credit score is to make all of your payments on time.

Your First Step to Fix Your Terrible Credit Score

King Solomon has some advice you should weigh carefully. read more 5:00PM EDT 4/28/2017