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The plethora of ginkgo leaves in downtown Blacksburg, along with a $5 million gift to Radford University, got me thinking about my church's building campaign... and what to do when we lack.
A quick peek at the history behind #GivingTuesday reveals it's a successful social initiative begun in 2012. Help foster generosity by giving yourself and then sharing about the organizations you're supporting and why.
Discipleship is essential for every single follower of Jesus. How are you involved in being discipled or in discipling someone else? Our church created a small group discipleship ministry called D28 that I have loved being a part of.
Many Christians don't have the skills or confidence to have even low-depth spiritual conversations with people of different beliefs. Asking them to invite without a relational foundation is like kissing before the first date. It's unnatural and awkward for all parties involved. "If you have not taken the time to get to know me, why do you think I'll go to church with you?" Consider these five reasons to invite someone to your church.
Check out the highlight video from Northstar Church's 2016 year of ministry. It was shown at our annual State of the Church Sunday.
Encourage your local campus ministry and/or the one that impacted your life the most! #givetwentyfive before December 31!
My faith "tribe" is Southern Baptist. I didn't have a choice of what church to attend when I was a child. However, today I pastor a Southern Baptist church and am privileged to partner with other churches who align with the SBC. Here's a few thoughts...
“Nuff said†is a collection of saved entries from across the interwebs. Here are some interesting, provocative and fun things for your reading and viewing. This particular entry focuses on pastors and offers tips for encouraging your pastor and tips for pastors surviving ministry for the long haul.
This is a seven-minute video featuring the ministry highlights and special moments of Northstar Church in Blacksburg, Virginia. My family and I are grateful to be a part of a group of Christians that genuinely embrace "being the church."