Six critical issues to prevent church members from dropping out
What "Every Pastor Should Know," written by Gary McIntosh and Charles Arn highlights data on church member retention patterns. Their findings are insightful and actionable.
Reflecting on twenty years of Blackaby Ministries International
Celebrating 20 years of Blackaby Ministries International, carrying on founder Henry Blackaby's legacy of sharing the impactful message of experiencing God globally.
A leadership assignment I hope you will take
Engage in meaningful conversation, sparked by a collection of inspiring leadership quotes to spark discussion and learning.
3 ways to improve decision making and build a stronger culture
Great leaders don’t just make decisions, they make them with clarity, consistency, and conviction that align with their values.
Traits of catalytic leaders
True leadership isn’t always about authority or control, it’s about influence, trust, and connection.
Are you an adaptable leader?
Understanding human differences is key to effective leadership. Identifying your default and stretch postures can help you be a more adaptable leader.
When wisdom begins with ‘I don’t know’
Sometimes the wisest answer a leader can give is, “I don’t know,” because it opens the door for God to show what only He can do.
The secret weapon a pastor needs for church growth
Outsourcing church branding and communication to a consultant can bring fresh perspectives, align your message with your mission, provide practical tools, and inspire confidence and growth within your congregation.
Read the room to lead the room
Emotional intelligence is a crucial leadership skill for building a positive culture. Cultivating emotional intelligence is essential in today's workplace for building trust and fostering a healthy culture.
How to maintain your integrity, even when the cookies look irresistible
To maintain integrity as a leader, beware of subtle deceptions like eating half a cookie to justify breaking commitments.
Three ways to create a sense of urgency when you communicate
Effective leaders inspire action by creating urgency, showing why the time to act is now, what benefits follow, and what’s at stake if nothing changes.
Walking in swing
A team where everyone's paddling to their own rhythm might get the job done, but it's messy. There is strength found in togetherness and being in sync with one another and with the Lord.
Want an “A” team? Start with your “B” players
Google's Project Aristotle studied hundreds of teams to determine what makes them effective. The key finding? Team success depends less on individual talent and more on how members interact.
Why people don’t respond when you talk to them
People often tune out information due to low urgency. Establishing urgency in communication prompts action.
How to combine passion and discipline for leadership impact
The combination of passion and discipline is essential for effective leadership and long-lasting impact.
Selfish leadership
Realize the impact of positive leadership over selfishness to improve organizational culture.
How to grow your leadership by overcoming the trouble with titles
Emphasizing your title can hinder authentic leadership. The need to please someone with an impressive title can cause your team to slow down as they aim for error-free perfection.
Resolve: 4 unexpected leadership skills to master
Pastors and ministry leaders can enhance their leadership impact by mastering 4 key skills.
Leading from a heart God knows completely
God sees and understands our hearts and actions. Seeking His light can transform us and bring healing and peace.
11 bad listening habits leaders must avoid
Listening is one of the most important competencies a leader can use. Leaders who listen well, lead well. But sometimes even good leaders slip into bad listening habits.
