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How to Find and Pursue God’s Vision for Your Church

God has a vision for your church—and nothing is more important than getting that vision. It’s the reason God put …

Why Jesus Says Not to Worry

Pastor, you need a shepherd.  Yes, God has called you to shepherd others. The very term of pastor literally means …

Four Reasons to Limit Our Freedom

I was still a long-haired hippie when God called me into the ministry. I’ll never forget when I was asked …

Why Celebrate Recovery Works

I’ve never kept this much of a secret: Celebrate Recovery® is my favorite ministry at Saddleback. We have lots of …

Helping People Change Their Autopilot

We’re all tempted by something. It’s proof of being alive. If you’re not tempted, you’re not breathing. So the question …

Growing Stronger Through Worship

There’s a word in the Bible for focusing on God: worship. Some people think worship is a ritual—that it’s all …

7 Ways to Welcome Guests to Your Celebrate Recovery Ministry

I’ve said this over and over again at Saddleback. Out of the 200 ministries we have at our church, Celebrate …

3 Ways to Keep Your Listener’s Attention as You Preach

Preaching is tougher than ever these days. For one thing, we can’t assume that people come to our churches with …

4 Steps to Achieving Your 2019 Goals

You’ll never find the ideal time to take the next step toward your goals. So do it now. Those three …

How God Gives You His Vision for Your Church

You hear ministry leaders talk all the time about what a church needs to grow. Some say it’s preaching. Some …

9 Ways to Spot a Great Book for Your Ministry Library

Churches don’t grow without growing leaders. If we don’t take in truth, we can’t give it out. Over the years …

4 Ways God’s Light Shines on Your Dark Places at Christmas

Lights are everywhere this time of year. In Southern California where I live, you’ll see the first lights go up …

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