5 characteristics of a church ready for revitalization
If a church is going to become revitalized, it will come from a group of leaders that may need to prevail over some of their peers who lack motivation for change.
Book Review — Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory
I found this book extremely helpful, insightful, and relevant to leadership issues today, especially in the church.
The most effective way to teach the Bible
Communicating words of truth and life is not about impressing or baffling people. It's about “giving light, so even the simple can understand.” Here are a couple ways to do this.
9 steps to excellence in a pandemic
Okay, so we all know the pain and discomfort that the pandemic has produced. There's even talk now of what is called "pandemic fatigue." Enough of the talk about the negative aspects. Let's get down to business on what is within our control. Let's talk about possibilities. Jeff Thull, in his book, Mastering The Complex Sale, refers to what he calls the "Bridge to Change." It's a fantastic methodology for any organization that needs to make changes to stay viable. I'd like to take it a step further into the life of the individual leader/entrepreneur — you. THE 9 STEPS [...]
10 reasons smart pastors fail
If you're a pastor, this quick-hitting "don't-do" list is essential.
Five reasons why 2021 should be a new base year for your church
We are in a post-quarantine era that behooves us to make comparisons from 2021 forward.
The uncontrollable ingredient in your success
Once this ingredient is present, you can use these tips to maintain and maximize it.
The Christian leader’s worldview crisis
Is it possible we’ve been taking for granted the biblical worldview of the Christians we lead?
Here comes 2021: 7 things every leader should be preparing for now
While no one knows the future, that doesn't mean you can't prepare. Here are 7 things guiding my personal planning as 2021 approaches.
5 ways to communicate with love
As I was looking for examples of people who communicate with love, It dawned on me that Paul's letters are a great example of communicating with love.
The 4 promises of God when you need him
Many people today are asking, “Where is God?” It’s a legitimate question during a global pandemic—even pastors are likely asking the same thing.
8 job qualifications of a worship pastor
Is your church looking to hire a worship pastor? Are you yourself a worship leader looking to grow and improve?
He came to live in you, even as you lead
During this time of extraordinary trial, the hope of His return should motivate us to let the Spirit of the Lord live through us.
4 ways to prevent second-half leadership injuries
No leader can avoid making mistakes, especially right now. But taking a page from the sports world, you can improve your chances for success.
4 attitudes of leaders whose churches will thrive in the future
During this trying season, I have been devouring news and studies of churches and other organizations that are poised to move positively in the future.
7 points Jesus might make about the American election
Some pastors refrain from preaching on political topics. However, on national holidays and in national election years, many parishioners yearn for biblical perspective.
Which of these voices do you use when you preach?
I grew up in a church where visiting evangelists would scream, then gasp for breath, then scream a little more. They walked around on the stage and sometimes down the aisles, red-faced and often carrying a handkerchief to wipe away the sweat they'd collected on their foreheads. I remember being scared that they would know my sin and start yelling at me in front of the entire congregation. Here's the funny thing – some people actually like to be yelled at each week about their sins. We often welcome the shaming, which is not entirely healthy, but it's popular nonetheless. [...]
Hybrid churches do 4 things
I am often struck by how little preparation, money and person-power is spent on the online worship expression.
6 keys to mastering change in the church
A quick checklist on how you view change.
7 keys to finding momentum and growth when there are no good options
How do you find momentum and growth in a season when everything you spend your life working toward changed overnight?
