What Young Men Need
We need Bible Test Drivers – and you can impact the next generation! Every year, my friends at the American Bible Society produce the State of the Bible, a research and practitioner piece that correlates habits, culture and God’s Word. It is one my fav and top reads (if you lead men, a church, a […]
Building Bonds: Why Personal Relationships Matter More Than Programs in Men’s Spiritual Leadership
While we often speak about the importance of men taking up the mantle of spiritual leadership, we rarely discuss the intentional process required to develop such leaders. Programs and seminars abound, yet the question remains: Are we truly equipping men for the sacred responsibility of spiritual leadership? Research confirms the urgency of this challenge. A […]
How Important Is the Feeling of Belonging at Church?
How down to earth and welcoming is your men’s group? Research shows that genuinely relational and friendly groups make it easier for people to experience a sense of “belonging.” People leave churches for various reasons. Sometimes they leave a church because they don’t have a sense of belonging there. By Marissa Postell Sullivan When was […]
Gen Z students encouraged, challenged in ministry pursuits
Generation Z has grown up very differently than other generations, but this age group recently learned how God’s calling hasn’t changed. Samford University in Birmingham hosted the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions Called conference, a Saturday full of worship and teaching to discern and learn about God’s call for high school and college students. […]
5 Truths for Investing in Men
Few things bear more fruit and have a greater impact on a local church than systematically and consistently investing in men. By J. Josh Smith I am a fourth-generation pastor on both sides of my family. This means my father, both grandfathers, and both great-grandfathers were all pastors. I have a brother who is a […]
Book of Letters simplifies faith lessons for new believers
A little book is making a big impact on the discipleship of new believers. “First Letters: Basic Truths for a New Believer” by Larry Hyche is a plainly written Christian primer that explains the basics of the faith. Designed for someone who has little to no church background, the 72-page volume is becoming recognized as a […]
Clarity is Key for Discipling Men
Discipling men is a challenge! Be encouraged and challenged by the following talks hosted by Bobby Herrington of Discipleship.org and pastors Anthony Walker and Chris Harper. (Reposted by permission of Discipleship.org) Dear Discipleship-first Friends, The cultural landscape for men has shifted hard over the last 5-10 years. It can be challenging to know how to […]
Health of a Ministry Leader: An Interview with Teman Knight
“It’s dangerous to have the light that’s on you shine brighter than the light that’s in you.” I recently heard a pastor share this at a conference, and it’s now embedded in my heart. As ministry leaders, we cannot neglect our personal spiritual health. Whether you’re a lay leader or full-time pastor, people notice you […]
Keys To Discipling Men
Research shows men’s discipleship lags behind women’s. The power of relationships can help make disciples of men in church. By Tobin Perry Dig deep into research about ministry to men in America, and you’ll find both good news and bad. Despite a spike in 2022 among men who never attend, the gender gap in church attendance […]
Why Discipleship Can’t Happen in Your Church Without Relationships
More and more Americans are concluding they don’t need church. One of the key reasons is that more and more churchgoers are concluding that they don’t need each other. Today, two-thirds (65%) of churchgoers agree they can walk with God without other believers. If those who go to church do not value the relationships at […]
