Author: Ben Bankes

Worship Leader Training

Leading worship is more than singing on Sunday. In this 4-week training for worship leaders, learn how to prepare during the week, run a great rehearsal, lead well during the service, and develop song leaders with clear standards.

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How Much Money Should Christians Save?

Is saving money a lack of faith or a sign of wisdom? Discover what the Bible says about saving, how to avoid hoarding, and why Jesus sees every gift to God’s work as treasure stored in heaven.

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Are There Accidents in God’s Plan?

Moses’ life started with what looked like terrible luck. But his story shows that with God, there are no accidents, and he can weave even the hard parts of your life into something good.

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What Is Lent?

Every year people talk about giving something up for Lent, but many aren’t sure what it means. Here is what Lent is, what the Bible says about fasting, and how this season can help you focus on Jesus.

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How Do You Build a Worship Set?

A great worship set doesn’t happen by accident. Learn how to pray first, see the big picture, shape the flow from opening to closing song, keep a healthy song pool and plan ahead.

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Who Is the Holy Spirit?

The Holy Spirit is not an “it,” a force or a good feeling. He is fully God and a real person. Here is what the Bible teaches about who the Holy Spirit is and what he does in the lives of believers.

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How Much Money Should a Christian Have?

How much money should a Christian have? The Bible avoids a dollar amount but warns against loving wealth and glorifying poverty, calling us to contentment, dependence on God, and generosity.

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How Do You Lead a Small Group Discussion?

You don’t have to be a Bible expert to lead a great small group. Learn how to facilitate rather than lecture, keep Scripture at the center, help everyone participate, and guide people toward real-life change.

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How Can You Overcome Selfishness?

Selfishness quietly damages marriages, friendships and families. Learn how humility, an honest view of yourself and the example of Jesus can help you overcome selfishness for good.

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