Church planting is passionate, and it can also be smart. Paradox is engaged in scholarly research focused on advancing the mission of Jesus Christ through the local congregation.

• Theological Research

We serve Jesus Christ by fostering conservative, evangelical biblical scholarship with the ultimate purpose of empowering the local church and new churches.


• Sociological Research

Demographics and psychographics help us to understand the organizational culture in the church as well as the larger culture surrounding the church. This sociological awareness leads to better effectiveness in reaching our culture.


• Leadership Systems Research

Seeking through academic research more efficient and effective organizational sustainability and growth in the local church.