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Five Reasons Church Members Attend Church Less Frequently
About 20 years ago, a church member was considered active in the church if he or she attended three times a week. Today, a church member is considered active in the church if he or she attends three times a month. Something is wrong with this picture. For 2,000 years, the local church, as messy as i… 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: Let Us Live a Life Set Apart for You, Lord
Thank You for allowing us to realize that it is to live for You and for the world when we purify and commit ourselves to You. We long to have our lives set apart and surrender ourselves to You. 
Texas Governor Signs Bill to Protect Pastors and Their Sermons from Government Subpoenas
At a ceremony which took place at a church on Sunday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill into law that prohibits the government from compelling clergy to testify regarding their sermons, or to produce copies of their sermons for a civil or administrative proceeding. 
Caucasian Congregants Set Out to Learn the Korean Culture of Senior Pastor
Ten congregants of Advent Lutheran Church in LaGrange, GA, will be going on a 10-day mission trip to South Korea with their senior pastor, Rev. Min Chan Park, in September. 
Korean American Pastors Encouraged to Persevere in Ministry at National Korean American Pastors' Conference
“God has called you to his kingdom work. May you be encouraged. Stay the course. Don’t give up. Be tenacious.” Such were the words of encouragement given by Eugene Cho, lead pastor of Quest Church in Seattle, to a group of more than 50 Korean American pastors gathered at the National Korean Am… 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: Help Us to Spread and Share Your Blessings Around the World
Thank You for giving all that we need in our lives. You not only protect us from disaster, disease, and wars but also provide strength, wisdom, wealth, descendants, and health. Help us to spread the good news about You to the world. 
Tennessee Sued by Same-Sex Couples for 'Natural and Ordinary Meaning' Law
Four same-sex female couples have filed a lawsuit against the state of Tennessee, arguing that a law recently passed in the state will hinder their rights as parents. 
Most Americans Concerned that Morality Is Declining, According to Study
Though most Americans express concern that morality is on the decline in the country, most also don’t believe that laws are an effective way to help preserve morality, according to a LifeWay Research study published earlier this month. 
Traveling Opens the Door to Beautiful Encounters
An encounter with someone is a mystery. Also an encounter is an event of grace. Our lives are enriched through encounters. A new encounter opens up a new world. 
Eight Major Changes in Churches the Past Ten Years
What are some of the major changes that have taken place in congregations that are doing relatively well? What are some of the ways these congregations have adapted to new realities? Here is a hint: None of the changes in healthy churches have compromised doctrine, diminished the centrality of preac… 
The Sweetness of Family
While visiting Korea, I had a fond reunion with my grandmother, one hundred and three years young, after nearly ten years of not seeing her. I usually visit Korea once or twice a year, but being busily engaged I always had no time to see her. This time I was able to visit her at the hospital for the… 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: Allow Us to Be Faithful Even in the Small Things When We Work for You
Thank You for allowing us to reflect on whether we have done our best at all times. Lord, allow us to take our given roles seriously even when no one is watching. 
Kentucky Court Rules Christian T-Shirt Maker Can Refuse to Print According to Religious Conscience
A Kentucky appeals court ruled on Friday that a Christian T-shirt maker did not discriminate in his refusal to print shirts promoting a gay pride event. 
Pastor Kim's Daily Prayer: Help Us to Be Thankful to Serve Your Kingdom and Allow Us to Be Faithful
Thank You for allowing us to learn that nothing is simple and easy when we serve Your Kingdom. As we have received our roles as Your children, help us to prepare ourselves more strictly for the spiritual battles. We are thankful to work for You. 
KFAM Becomes First Licensed Foster Family Agency Focusing on Supporting Asian American Families, Children, Youth
Korean American Family Services (KFAM) became the first non-profit organization in Los Angeles that focuses on connecting Asian American foster families with Asian American children and youth to become a state licensed Foster Family Agency (FFA), the organization announced on Tuesday.









