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10 Reasons Contemporary Worship Is Declining and What We Can Do to Help the Church Move On

Experiencing God through worship has presentationally changed over time, but elementally remained the same. To understand where contemporary worship is going, it’s helpful to understand what it is and when it began. The charismatic movement birthed this style of worship known for a more casual setting. Leaders take the stage and utilize technology to connect more relevantly.

Should Our Giving Be Done in Secret?

We must be careful we have the right heart when it comes to giving financially. When we give from the right heart motivation, we will focus more on our eternal reward than any approval from man.

4 Ways the Church Can Support Those Battling Suicidal Thoughts

Unless you've struggled with thoughts of suicide, it can be very difficult to understand why anyone would dwell on such thoughts, much less act on them. Anyone can be at risk for struggling with suicidal thoughts. Sometimes, there can be a tangible reason behind the struggle, but it can also be the result of mental health challenges or even a chemical imbalance in the brain.Some age groups tend to struggle with suicide more than others. For example, it's the second leading cause of death among 10-14 year olds and 25-34 year olds. It's the third leading cause among those 15-24 years old and fourth for those 35-44 years old. However, people can struggle with this at any age. Approximately every eleven minutes, someone dies by suicide in the United States, according to The Cleveland Clinic. Here are 4 ways the church can take steps to come alongside of those who are battling suicidal thoughts and help them receive healing and hope.

6 Reasons Our Worship Is Worth It

We much remind our own generation and those to come after us why “worship is worth it” regardless of whether we feel like it or the state of the times makes us doubt His presence.

5 Sure Signs of a Dying Church

Church is boring for most because the power of God has vanished from many congregations ... there is a lack of desire to pursue Him in the pulpit as well as in the pew. Like Samson, they "know not that the Spirit of the Lord has departed" (cf. Judge 16:20). High attendance is not the gauge of success, faithfulness is. Granted, a healthy church should experience seasons of growth, but even cults generate large numbers of followers. Here are five simple ways to gauge the health of a church and a believer:

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