6 Principles of Contagious Evangelism

Today’s guest post was written by Alvin Reid, Professor of Evangelism & Student Ministry at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Alvin is a long-time personal friend and someone I learn a great deal from. Here he discusses how we could make evangelism “go viral” by applying the marketplace principles proposed by Jonah Berger in his book Contagious: Why Things Catch On. … Read More


Nelson SearcyEvangelism

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4 Questions to Ask NOW to Double on Easter

Easter is just 6 weeks away (April 5th).  The countdown is on and I want to help you double your attendance this Easter. Each Easter Sunday gives you and me, as church leaders, a unique door of opportunity to influence people for God. The celebration of Jesus’ resurrection will bring new people to your church this Easter – even if … Read More


Nelson SearcyChurch Growth, Evangelism

The Spiritual Openness of the Younger Unchurched

This week’s guest post was written by Ed Stetzer, President of LifeWay Research. Mr Stetzer explores our youth’s perception of church and how their openness to hearing the Gospel goes largely unanswered. There’s an idea that Christianity in America is dying. No serious researcher—not one—thinks that. However, I still am surprised that some people think this. Facts are our friends, in … Read More


Nelson SearcyEvangelism

New Year’s Half Off Sale – Ends Friday!

As we wrap up this year today, I want you to kick-start 2015 with maximum energy and impact! My first resolution is to help you do exactly that by equipping you with the resources you need – so I’m giving you dozens of my most powerful training resources for up to 50% off in the BIG NEW YEAR’S HALF OFF SALE! There are over … Read More


Nelson SearcyAssimilation, Church Growth, Church Systems, Evangelism, Launch, Leadership, Ministry, Preaching, Small Groups, Stewardship, Strategy, Worship Planning

Billy Graham & Louis Zamperini – The Story Behind the Film Unbroken

This guest post written by Cathy Lynn Grossman explains just how much is left out of the new movie Unbroken, a film about WWII hero Louis Zamperini. The movie will be released on Christmas day. Two October evenings in 1949 brought together an alcoholic war hero and a fiery young evangelist. From then on, neither would be the same. The preaching in that rented … Read More


Nelson SearcyEvangelism, Leadership

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