There is no underestimating the significance of Christianity to the existence of Te Tiriti o Waitangi / The Treaty of Waitangi. If not for Christianity, and also Christian values, it simply wouldn't exist - let...
With well-known atheists now coming to faith - what is going on in their thinking? These are key insights for all who desire that others discover the amazing reality that is this faith....
The 'Quiet Revival' is here in NZ. Churches nationwide are getting 'walk-ins'. But only some are growing. What can we learn to leverage well the season we are in?...
If those we once trusted were actually lying, what if those they opposed were actually telling the truth? There is a change in the psych of the Western public โ and it's worth understanding!...
Here are four notable benefits to a church coming from intentionality in their outreach equipping - along with three reasons why not doing so might be a significant point of failure - with resources now...
The hesitancy Western Christians have been schooled in regarding how we talk about our faith in public now needs winding back - but it won't happen by mistake. Read to understand....
What if the "Jesus is my Friend" gospel we sometimes preach is insufficient? What if even the "Jesus is my Saviour and Friend" gospel is also insufficient? What if we are inadvertently failing to preach...
Here are four notable benefits to a church coming from intentionality in their outreach equipping - along with three reasons why not doing so might be a significant point of failure - with resources now...
What if the "Jesus is my Friend" gospel we sometimes preach is insufficient? What if even the "Jesus is my Saviour and Friend" gospel is also insufficient? What if we are inadvertently failing to preach...
The good-news gospel message not only has a specific content - if not stated with passion, vision, hope, love AND URGENCY - it's potentially not yet communicated. What might restoring the art of gospel preaching...
This year there are FOUR 'united prayer gatherings for the harvest' NZ churches are being asked to unite in by unity leaders. What's the guiding principle if actual united FUNCTION is the goal? ...
While sad when a congregational location needs closing, adjusting HOW we do this can generate encouragement, life and even new growth. This is an important reflection for those overseeing many congregations....
A concerning trend continues in which Christians are silenced in Christian events/charitable efforts they initiated. >> Learn how to communicate Christian messages in SECULARISED spaces while being applauded for it!...
For how long should we live in the pain of the past, telling negative stories? What of balancing stories? When and how will our Treaty issues actually be resolved? The only possible answer is GRACE!...
As we seek to redeem the cultural intrusion of 'Halloween' there is history to know, because Halloween is CHRISTIAN. This knowledge can help your storytelling....
I am completely blown away by a gospel effort connecting with 1.7m homes. Here is information about it so you know what GOD has orchestrated on our behalf!...
This article is an invitation to you to join us in some simple efforts that could help to bring nativity scenes back into view. We are aware that the nativity story naturally springs from and...
As part of Hope Project Christmas here are some adaptions of existing ideas that we (the Hope Project team) think could really work. This is about nothing more than getting a little bit creative...
Feeling disappointed along this 'bicultural journey'? Here are some simple and interesting application points our churches could consider, as we seek to live right and shine God's light....
As part of Hope Project Christmas here are some adaptions of existing ideas that we (the Hope Project team) think could really work. This is about nothing more than getting a little bit creative...