Why heart posture matters
To grow spiritually, focus on your heart posture toward God, not just actions or knowledge. The heart, linked to knowledge and wisdom, determines spiritual growth. Proper heart posture directs knowledge into godly actions.
Three kings
Despite the grandeur of rulers like Augustus and Herod, only Jesus can save people from sin, making him the most powerful king of all time.
Are these a pastor’s 5 greatest fears?
Are a pastor's top 5 fears: insignificance, making grave mistakes, losing church members, failing to please everyone, and revealing personal struggles? This article highlights the emotional challenges pastors face in their role and the importance of finding support and guidance.
3 ways to exude confidence AND humility at work today
What does it look like practically to model both confidence and humility in the workplace? Here are three ideas.
Using structure to manage: The (nearly) effortless management formula
Using clear structures—like policies, procedures, and standards—helps organizations grow efficiently, reduce risk, and improve management while maintaining flexibility and avoiding bureaucracy.
Every church needs to know their reach area (Here’s why)
Discovering and defining your church's reach area, based on where members live, is crucial for impactful ministry, growth strategies, and community service. Learn how to determine and utilize your reach area effectively for strategic planning, growth opportunities, and resource efficiency.
New Day Christian Church—a shelter in a storm
New Day Christian in Port Charlotte, Florida, has grown into a thriving multi-site church with intentional preaching and congregational singing. They conquered financial challenges by raising $1.6 million, providing a spiritual refuge and aid hub during crises.
Ten guidelines for paying and hosting guest speakers and musicians in your church
Ten practical guidelines for churches when it comes to paying and hosting guest speakers and musicians, emphasizing generosity, transparency, and professionalism.
From transaction to transformation: what true salvation really looks like
Jeremiah 9:12-14 discusses the consequences of abandoning God's instruction. This personal reflection on salvation reveals the importance of transformation over a mere transaction for eternal life.
How one believing leader transformed a company
With their four children, Kevin and his wife Mary left behind a close-knit bunch of relatives, topnotch schools, and other Christians who were like family.
How to embrace your fear factor to drive effectiveness
Fear is a common companion for leaders, indicating progress and growth. Embrace fear to sharpen instincts, draw support, and stay humble.
If you don’t take the sabbath, the sabbath will take you
My spirit is gentler, my mind sharper and my input more helpful if I show up rested and ready.
New African leader network hosts ministry leaders from 11 countries
Not only did Nehemiah reject the privileges normally afforded to someone in his position, but he also used his personal resources to provide for his leadership team.
How important is it for a Christian to have sound theology?
How important is it for a Christian to have sound theology? Isn’t it enough simply to demonstrate Christ-like love to others?
Why you can never do enough to earn your salvation
The Christian view of God's grace is a radical view. Just how radical? Think of it this way.
5 leadership communication challenges (how to overcome them)
Effective communication is the foundation of successful church leadership. Here are some common communication challenges with practical solutions to overcome each.
At work…on two jobs!
True Christianity doesn't fit into a compartment. Because being a Christian is a personal attribute, an identity. It's a worldview that touches everything you do. It shows up in every interaction you have, no matter where you go.
Closing the gap between church leadership and church membership
Somewhere along the way, "church membership" became a dirty word. It became synonymous with controlling, domineering church leaders intent on keeping people in line.
Loving the younger generations
The church ought to show Gen Z that their deepest desires can be fulfilled not on a smartphone but in a local church where people stand ready to embrace them, love them, and minister to them.
Between headlines and hope
Constant news can be overwhelming, but it's essential to stay informed while balancing self-care and hope.
