Today we have our worship wars. Should the guitar and audio-visual enhancements or the piano and hymns dominate the worship service on Sunday morning? Have you ever pondered, “What were the central concerns around worship in the days of the Early Church?” How did they view the sacraments? What influence did the monastic movement have on worship? Do they have anything to teach us about prayer and approaching God? Set aside your preconceived notions about worship and join us to learn more about what it was like in an era closer to the time that Jesus had walked the earth.

When Paul and Silas came to Thessalonica, they changed the community. How? By collaborating with God to bring His kingdom on earth. We are called to do the same. Leadership coach Reggie McNeal offers eight signature practices for leaders who want to partner with God and others for kingdom growth. This interview may inspire you to become a kingdom collaborator in a specific sector of our society, such as: business, education, media, arts, healthcare, or spiritual growth.

Christianity started in Jerusalem. For many centuries it was concentrated in the West, in Europe and North America. But in the past century the church expanded rapidly across Africa, Latin America, and Asia. What led to the church’s vibrant growth throughout the Global South? Brian Stiller identifies five key factors. Discover the surprising story of the global advance of the gospel. And be encouraged that Jesus’ witness continues to the ends of the earth.