In Episode 436, George P. Wood talks to Steven Felix-Jager about his new book, ‘Hearing God, Following the Spirit’ (@BakerAcademic). influencemagazine.com/en/Pod…

"When we recognize that God is actively working in us while we wait for Him to work through us, the waiting room becomes a sacred space of spiritual formation," writes @KentIngle. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

"More than talent, charisma, and growth strategies, today’s churches need healthy spiritual leaders," writes Chris Maxwell. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

"Whenever we preach, it’s worth remembering that each listener hears the message through a unique filter and set of circumstances," writes Mike Burnette. In this article, he identifies four things preachers should do to preach messages of grace and truth. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

In Episode 435, George P. Wood talks to Byron R. Johnson and @ThomasSKidd about their new book, ‘The Death of Religion? Nones, Others, and the Flourishing of Faith' (@BHAcademic). influencemagazine.com/en/Pod…

"The poor in our midst are indeed people created in God’s image. Turning away is easier and safer than moving closer," writes Christina Quick. "Yet Scripture calls us not only to notice human suffering, but to do something about it." influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

"Pentecostal tradition emphasizes the power of the Holy Spirit, so an ethical approach should allow for Spirit-led responses without coercion or manipulation," writes Ruthie Oberg. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

"Increased attendance is worth cheering," write the @AmericanBible's John Plake and Emma Cargile. "But churches should also aim for more than people simply showing up or tuning in online. True discipleship requires engagement." influencemagazine.com/en/The…

“The one thing that has allowed us to grow is early morning prayer meetings,” Pastor Jim Marocco says about the growth of King's Cathedral and Chapels. “God has to move in power. Otherwise, we are dead in the water.” influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

For most families, life slows down during holidays. Life speeds up for ministry families during the same time, however. That's why it's important for them to develop their own traditions. Nichole Schreiber suggests ways to do so in this article. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

In Episode 434, George P. Wood talks to Josh Shaffer about the ins and outs of worship ministry. influencemagazine.com/en/Pod…

"When leaders find themselves explaining God more than seeking Him, it’s time to focus on renewing relational intimacy with the Lord," writes @DougClay. He offers ministers three suggestions for rekindling curiosity about God. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

"Ministry leaders must prioritize authentic presence over manufactured programs," writes Kent Ingle. This is the way to guide Gen Z through the pressures of lives shaped by online technologies. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

"Suicide stretches our theology, unsettles our assumptions, and reminds us that some moments require less explanation and more compassion," writes Terri Griswold-Dodgson. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

The Fall 2026 issue profiles Ernesto Arellano, pastor of JESUS is LORD Fellowship and president of the Filipino-American Christian Fellowship of the Assemblies of God. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

Many churches measure success according to the three Bs: buildings, budget, and bodies in the pews. In Matthew 25, Jesus offered different metrics, which Kevin Foster outlines in this article from the Summer 2026 issue. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

"Like long-lost cousins, Slavic and American Pentecostals have been rediscovering their common roots and faith while forging friendships," write Vitalii Hura and Darrin Rodgers in this article on the history of Slavic Pentecostalism in the U.S. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

“When it comes to children’s ministry, there are three basic assurances that help move guests toward regular attendance,” writes Jill McDaniel. Do you know what they are? influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…

In Episode 432, George P. Wood talks to Dr. Don Lichi about best practices for listening well as ministers. influencemagazine.com/en/Pod…

Is your church preparing the next generation of worship leaders? Pastor Kristi Northup identifies four ways to do that in this article from the Fall 2026 issue. influencemagazine.com/en/Pra…