Navigating Spiritual Highs and Lows
Ever feel spiritually close to God, then suddenly distant? Learn how to navigate these seasons of "desolation" with five timeless principles from Ignatius of Loyola. This guide offers practical wis...
3 Actionable Ways Church Leaders Can Emphasize Prayer This Fall
Most Christians have a complicated relationship with prayer. On the one hand, every Christian understands prayer is not only the means by which we communicate and draw near to our Heavenly Father,...
The Future of America’s Largest Churches
The future of America’s large churches is a complex mix of momentum, innovation, and cultural headwinds. Eric Geiger from Mariners Church and Sam Rainer of Church Answers recently discussed the rea...
The Shifts in How Churches Choose Small Group Curriculum (What You Need to Know)
As churches adapt to evolving discipleship needs, small group materials are also transforming. Sam Rainer from Church Answers and Michael Kelley from Rooted Network recently discussed what’s drivin...
4 "M’s" for Differentiating Excellence and Perfection
I was having a conversation with one of my mentors recently when he graciously confronted me on my understanding of excellence. I was taken aback and tried to push back. “What do you mean I’m not...
The Most Important Principle for Leaders Who Want to Shape Culture
Learn the most important principle for creating real and lasting culture change in your church. Rooted Network Executive Director Michael Kelley explains how church leaders can shape a thriving dis...
Do Your People REALLY Know How to Study the Bible?
We've all heard that thing about the fish: "Give someone a fish and they'll eat for a day; teach them to fish and they'll eat for a lifetime." I grew up in north Louisiana where fishing is a BIG ...