How to Lead a Funeral as a Small Church Pastor
The funeral is one of the most important ministry opportunities a small church pastor has. Here is how to lead one well, from the first phone call to the graveside.
How to Handle a Difficult Church Member Without Losing Your Mind or Your Ministry
Every small church has at least one difficult member. Here is how to handle them well without losing your mind, your ministry, or the congregation’s trust.
How to Write a Pastoral Letter That People Actually Read
Most pastoral letters are not read. Here is how to write one that is, with the right format, the right tone, and the right length for a small congregation.
How to Memorize the Rescue Gospel Framework in 10 Minutes
You can learn the Rescue Gospel framework in 10 minutes. Here is how to make it stick so you can use it in any conversation without thinking about the framework.
The Rescue Gospel and the Theology of Presence: When Showing Up Leads to Sharing
Presence without proclamation is social work. Proclamation without presence is noise. Here is how the Rescue Gospel and the theology of presence work together in rural ministry.
How to Know If a Child Truly Understands the Gospel: The Rescue Gospel Diagnostic Guide
The hardest part of children’s ministry is knowing whether a child genuinely understands the gospel or is just telling you what they think you want to hear. Here is how to find out.
Using the Rescue Gospel with Someone Who Has Been Hurt by the Church
Church hurt is one of the most common barriers to the gospel in rural America. Here is how to use the Rescue Gospel framework with someone who has been wounded by the church.
How to Share the Rescue Gospel in 60 Seconds
Most gospel opportunities last less than 60 seconds before the moment passes. Here is how to share the Rescue Gospel in the time you actually have.
How to Train Your Whole Church to Share the Rescue Gospel in 4 Weeks
A church where every member can share the gospel is a church with a genuine evangelism culture. Here is a four-week plan to get there using the Rescue Gospel framework.
The Rescue Gospel for Rural Evangelism: Using the Framework in Small-Town Conversations
Rural evangelism is relational and slow. The Rescue Gospel framework fits naturally into the kinds of conversations that happen in small towns — here is how to use it well.