ChurchLeaders

Can Christians Lose Their Salvation? Pastor Josh Howerton Discusses Eternal Security

Jessica Mouser — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:47:09 +0000

Pastor Josh Howerton and Pastors Paul Cunningham and Carlos Erazo discussed in a recent podcast whether or not Christians can lose their salvation.

After Scandals at Venue Church, Tavner Smith Raises Funds for New Worship Center in Georgia

Stephanie Martin — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:29:54 +0000

Pastor Tavner Smith, whose Venue Church shuttered amid scandal, is fundraising for a building for Hope House Church, which he launched in 2024.

‘I’m Going To Call It a Revival’—JP Pokluda Says God Is Moving Through Forrest Frank Tour

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:56:34 +0000

Pastor JP Pokluda says he believes the spiritual movement taking place across the country is more than just a trend—it’s a revival.

Alisa Childers: Not All Christian Music Is Actually Christian

Stephanie Martin — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:34:20 +0000

Apologist Alisa Childers, a former Christian recording artist, is sharing her thoughts on worship and the state of contemporary Christian music (CCM).

6 Back-to-School Conversation Starters

Youth Ministrycom — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:36:02 +0000

Try these back-to-school conversation starters to invite youth into more substantial discussions. Don't be afraid to go deeper!

Getting Ready for the School Year

Youth Ministrycom — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:01:52 +0000

As you’re getting ready for the school year, have you thought about how the changes will impact your family?

5th Arrest Made in Pawleys Island Community Church Scandal: Security Director Charged

Jessica Mouser — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:40:25 +0000

The director of operations/missions at Pawleys Island Community Church was arrested July 29, said the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office.

‘The Performance Is Over’—Greg Locke Says Church Shrank From 3,000 to Fewer Than 400

Jesse T. Jackson — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:12:22 +0000

Greg Locke, controversial pastor of Global Vision Bible Church, shared that church attendance has fallen from thousands to fewer than 400.

Brady Boyd Joins Colorado Church Plant a Year After Resigning From New Life Church

Dale Chamberlain — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:08:35 +0000

Brady Boyd has joined the team of a new church plant one year after resigning as senior pastor of New Life Church.

5th Lawsuit Against Pawleys Island Community Church Names SC Probation Department as Defendant

Jessica Mouser — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:47:01 +0000

Pawleys Island Community Church is facing a new lawsuit following the arrest of a sex offender who volunteered on the church’s campus.

‘I Saw a Lot of People Abusing the Platform’—Cory Asbury Explains Why He Left Worship Music

Jesse T. Jackson — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:50:00 +0000

After spending more than five years away from worship ministry, Cory Asbury says God has brought him back to the place where it all began.

Franklin Graham Condemns Minnesota Gender Dolls as Education Department Launches Investigation

Jesse T. Jackson — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:52:09 +0000

The Rev. Franklin Graham called the idea of gender paper dolls being used in the Minnesota public school system “sick,” “warped,” and “wicked.”

Phil Wickham, CeCe Winans Lead 2026 GMA Dove Awards Artist Nominations as Steven Furtick Earns 11 Nods

Jesse T. Jackson — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:56:00 +0000

For the Gospel Music Association’s 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards, Phil Wickham leads all male artists with nine nominations, while CeCe Winans leads all female artists with seven nominations. The awards show is scheduled for Oct. 6 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Additionally, Elevation Church founder and Pastor Steven Furtick received 11 nominations for his songwriting credits on various […]

Oklahoma Pastor Arrested for Sexual Battery, Faces 3 Felony Counts

Stephanie Martin — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:25:03 +0000

Marcus Owens, lead pastor of Prepared Church in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, was arrested this week on one count of sexual battery against a child.

Former Virginia Youth Pastor Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Child Sex Crimes Case

Dale Chamberlain — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:31:49 +0000

Jacob Barnett, a former Virginia youth pastor, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for child sex crimes.

‘Bad Counselors’ Director Explains Biggest Problem With Faith-Based Comedies

Jesse T. Jackson — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:09:34 +0000

Director Chris Dowling believes that one of the biggest reasons more Christian comedies aren't successful is Christians often struggle to laugh at themselves.

‘Why Are You Still in Pain?’—Granddaughter of Kenneth Copeland Is ‘Struggling’ With the Fact God Has Not Healed Him Yet

Jessica Mouser — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:21:42 +0000

Courtney Copeland told her grandfather, Kenneth Copeland, that she was “struggling” with the fact that God had not healed him of his physical pain.

Louisiana Pastor Luke Ash Sues Public Library for Unlawful Termination Over Pronoun Use

Stephanie Martin — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:36:51 +0000

Louisiana Pastor Luke Ash has filed a lawsuit one year after being fired for refusing to use a library co-worker’s preferred pronouns.

Greg Locke Says Church Has Overcome Banking Issues After Federal Raid, Defends Secretive Relocation

Jesse T. Jackson — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:02:05 +0000

Greg Locke said that Global Vision Bible Church had worked through the banking difficulties that followed a federal raid on Locke's home.

10 Signs You Belong to a Healthy Church

Greg Stier — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:34:00 +0000

When you plug into a church that is getting it done, it’s a true blessing.

Arizona Church Administrative Assistant Accused of Stealing $335K From Church

Dale Chamberlain — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:09:11 +0000

Tracey Jorgensen is facing criminal charges after being accused of stealing more than $335,000 from her church.

Preschool and Early Elementary Message: Inviting Everyone

ChildrensMinistry.com — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:59:31 +0000

How can we help kids include everyone at church? This preschool and early elementary message teaches kids about inviting everyone.

God Told Me I Was to Come to Your Church Staff — and Other Crazy Stuff Like That

Joe McKeever — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:47:21 +0000

“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world…” (I John 4:1)

15 A+ Back-to-School Ideas for Children’s Ministry

ChildrensMinistry.com — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:28:21 +0000

These 15 A+ back-to-school ideas for children’s ministry will keep your kids from “checking out” at church!

8 Things a Pastor Should Never Say From the Pulpit

Joe McKeever — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:23:00 +0000

Now, in one sense, a pastor can do anything from the pulpit. Once. To avoid unnessecary trouble, consider the things a pastor can't say.

Just 3 Things Families Need (and Want) From Your Ministry

ChildrensMinistry.com — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:46:18 +0000

If you know these three qualities families need in their church, you can become even better faith formation teammates.

72% of Americans Think Rest Must Be Earned. Scripture Says Otherwise.

Stephanie Martin — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:30:08 +0000

You’ve finally drafted the sermon, made that hospital visit, and even tackled your inbox. For 10 whole minutes, nobody needs anything from you. That’s when the guilt shows up. “Instead of resting,” it whispers, “you should be preparing for tomorrow’s meeting or at least praying.” If nothing else, the guilt tells you to feel worse […]

10 Things Jesus Said That Some Churches Have Quietly Forgotten

Joe McKeever — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:10:00 +0000

Thousands of churches still exist primarily for themselves, have no vision outside their doors and no compassion for anyone knocking on those doors. Discover ten big things Jesus said that we often forget.

10 Ways Church Members Fail Their Pastor

Joe McKeever — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Joe McKeever: "There seems to be a lot of pain out there in the pastor/member relationship."

Pastoral Leadership Lessons Every Pastor Learns the Hard Way

Joe McKeever — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:01:00 +0000

Joe McKeever offers life-tested insights for every new and growing leader in the church today.

TN Running Back DeSean Bishop Urges People To Pursue a Relationship With Christ

Stephanie Martin — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:14:02 +0000

Tennessee Volunteers DeSean Bishop gave all the glory to God at a press conference at SEC Media Days last week.

Male Pastors: 7 Women You Should Watch Out For

Joe McKeever — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:11:00 +0000

The day will come when a woman will sit in your office and proposition you ... what you do next could change your life.

Virginia Pastor Arrested After Allegedly Sending Explicit Photos, Lewd Messages to Teen Boy

Dale Chamberlain — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:25:24 +0000

Virginia Pastor Kenneth Baldwin has been arrested after being accused of sending a teen boy lewd messages and explicit photos.

‘The Chosen’ Season 6 Trailer Reveals Graphic First Look at Jesus’ Crucifixion

Jesse T. Jackson — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:37:13 +0000

A teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Season 6 of “The Chosen” was revealed during a livestream event Sunday night.

Pawleys Island Community Church Pastor’s Wife Rearrested As Church Faces 4th Lawsuit

Jessica Mouser — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:18:58 +0000

Former Pawleys Island Community Church leader Ginny Williams was arrested for a second time this week as the church faces a fourth lawsuit.

Pat McAfee Tells Street Preacher: ‘I Love the Thought of Jesus Christ’

Stephanie Martin — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:39:16 +0000

Pat McAfee told a street preacher he’s recently become more “invested” in conversations about faith but is in the “middle of my journey.”

‘Devastated’—South Carolina Baptist Convention Issues Statement on Pawleys Island Community Church Scandal

Jessica Mouser — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:59:45 +0000

The South Carolina Baptist Convention issued a statement on the unfolding scandal at Pawleys Island Community Church.

Josh Kelsey Exits Fount Church After Financial Audit Cleared Him, Despite Ongoing Criticism

Dale Chamberlain — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:10:24 +0000

Josh Kelsey has stepped down as the pastor of Fount Church in New York City, a church he founded alongside his wife in 2013.

Islander’s Mikey Carvajal Talks New Music, Calls Out Christian Music Industry Over Michael Tait

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:29:07 +0000

Islander frontman Mikey Carvajal discusses the band's new single "Dead Youth," John Cooper, Michael Tait, and the Christian music industry.

‘That Should Make You Want To Say F***!’—Alan Ritchson Defends Swearing as a Christian

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:15:23 +0000

Actor Alan Ritchson said during a recent podcast interview that while he knows Christians might criticize him for using profanity, there are situations where he believes it is warranted.

Wonder Project Partners With Sight & Sound To Bring Biblical Stage Productions to Streaming

Jesse T. Jackson — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:24:22 +0000

Wonder Project is expanding its partnership with Sight & Sound by bringing the theater company’s biblical productions to its streaming platform.

Celine Dion Plays Lauren Daigle’s ‘You Say’ on Repeat

Dale Chamberlain — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:53:01 +0000

Christian songwriter Lauren Daigle said that being included on Celine Dion's personal playlist was a "full circle moment."

Pastor Burnout: 13 Causes Churches Cannot Ignore

Thom Rainer — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:40:00 +0000

Do you find yourself experiencing pastor burnout? Allow me to share 13 lessons I have learned from those who have been in exactly this situation.

Why Church Outreach Programs Fail: 7 Common Mistakes

Thom Rainer — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:14:00 +0000

When I wrote "Autopsy of a Deceased Church," my desire was to demonstrate the terrible consequences and deaths of local congregations when the members are inwardly focused. It's why church outreach Programs fail.

What Bryce Crawford Said at the West Hollywood Pride Parade

Dale Chamberlain — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 03:27:45 +0000

Evangelist and YouTuber Bryce Crawford recently documented his experience attending the West Hollywood Pride Parade in Southern California.

Why People Leave the Church and How to Bring Them Back

Thom Rainer — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 02:55:00 +0000

One of the biggest mission fields may be in your church every week.

How an Aging Church Can Reach Younger Families

Thom Rainer — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:50:45 +0000

How can an aging church possibly reach younger families? Here are five different ways some churches have actually accomplished this feat.

Why I Attend Church: 10 Reasons It Still Matters

Thom Rainer — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:23:41 +0000

In a culture that minimizes commitment and maximizes self-indulgence, I have learned the precious gift of church attendance or, more specifically, the church gathered. I do not see church attendance as a burden or legalistic commitment.

What Is Legalism? How to Spot It Hiding in Your Heart

Stephen Altrogge — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:49:24 +0000

What is legalism? It's not easily detectable, but if you know what to look for, you can usually spot it and root it out.

Allie Beth Stuckey Warns Against Kathryn Krick’s ‘Dangerous Ministry’; Krick Responds

Jessica Mouser — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:06:45 +0000

Kathryn Krick is running a “false” and “dangerous” ministry,” Allie Beth Stuckey warned in a recent video where she outlined three red flags.