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Church, Catechize Your People
Social activism without proper catechism leads to destruction.

Tent Revivals in the Free Church
In the early twentieth century, these venues of evangelism helped bring thousands to the Lord.

Building for the Kingdom
A review of “Jesus and the Powers: Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies” by N.T. Wright and Michael F. Bird.

Open to God’s Agenda
How an innovative internship changed a missionary’s trajectory—and a church’s heart for missions.

Women of the Book
Why we need women in EFCA churches who can faithfully interpret the Bible.

Anna Bellum: I Can't Tell My Story Without the Free Church
A member of the EFCA Board of Directors shares about her roots with the EFCA—and why she stuck around.

Fighting the Good Fight in Ukraine
Despite heartbreak, setbacks and war, Pam D’Andre is focused on being salt and light amid a war zone.

Starving for Connection
The Church can provide relief for the friendship famine.

Podcasting as Discipleship
How our church found a creative way to bridge the gap between Sunday mornings.

A.J. Thorwall: A Preacher Like No Other
"Some men become legends after they die. This man has become a legend while he lived!"

I Remember That Conversation
The story of why I became a youth pastor—and how it's still shaping me today.

Beneath the Water Line
The future of the EFCA is rooted in trusting relationships.

How I've Seen "One EFCA" Lived Out
As he transitions into his new role at Trinity International University, Kevin Kompelien reflects on his nine years as EFCA President.

Paul Miller: Life-Change Happens Through Relationships
The EFCA's new director of student ministry shares about his faith journey and his vision for ReachStudents.

Once You See It, You Can’t Unsee It
They taught salvation by works for 20 years until a social media ad changed everything.

The Passion of Christ: Why Did Jesus Die?
This Passion Week, we look to the Scriptures to unpack the question behind Jesus' crucifixion.
Reflecting Back, Looking Forward
In this season of transition, Kevin Kompelien and Carlton Harris each share their heart for the EFCA with a video message.

Twenty Years in the Wild West
Despite violence, health issues and sleeping in open fields at night, A.A. Anderson persevered to share the gospel.
