The three bank accounts of leaders
I have found that leaders must also manage at least three accounts. They are wise to steward each one carefully in order to have the maximum positive impact on those they lead.
3 reasons why anti-bucket lists are greater than bucket Lists
I have spent a lot of time drafting my Anti-Bucket List—things I am intentionally sacrificing in this life so that I can accumulate as many eternal rewards as possible per Jesus's command.
God is watching you . . . and that is good news
How reassuring it is to know that we can never be beyond God’s watchful eye.
Do you have a spiritual battle buddy in your life?
Unfortunately in most churches, men's ministry and events are the most sparsely attended events in the local church.
4 books that will expand your mind and ministry
In the journey of faith and ministry, continual growth and deeper understanding are essential.
Swamped at work? Here’s a surprising reason to thank God
For those of us who frequently complain about being "too busy," (hand raised) I think we should respond by giving thanks to God.
20 Bible verses for faith through difficult times
We are in uncharted waters in this country. In a sense, yes, there is "nothing new under the sun" (Eccl. 1:9), but many of us have not seen our world turned upside down like it seems to be today.
Why a real leader never says “It’s not my fault”
Ever catch yourself saying, "It's not my fault"? Maybe you say it but with different words. Find out how to move away from this mentality and into better leadership.
How are you taking care of your soul?
What are you doing to take care of your soul?
How can you overcome evil?
Evil can be difficult to recognize and even tougher to fight. A big part of the battle occurs in the spiritual realm, and most of us are not intimately familiar with that place.
Finding wisdom and turning from evil
In his agony, Job saw more clearly than his unhindered companions could yet perceive.
5 practical ways we can maintain a narrow focus
How do we keep our focus in a world where there are so many things vying for our attention?
3 dangerous leaders
I have learned and grown from watching a few incredible leaders, and some, not-so-great leaders. They have taught me a lot of lessons about what to do and what not to do in life and ministry.
How to remain in church while you’re at work
Do you simply "go to church" or are you constantly "being the church?
Enhancing your listening skills: are you truly hearing others?
We all know we need to be better listeners, but how? Let's look at what one experienced leader has to say about listening.
3 missing church leadership practices
There are three practices I’ve noticed that are missing, absent, or a low priority for local church staff. What are the consequences of these missing practices?
The power of gratitude
When we are feeling down and out, it is amazing how our focus can change when we show gratitude to God and count our blessings.
Want greater impact? Pass the Keeper Test
Are you stewarding your current responsibilities well? Would you expect God to trust you with more?
Finding Strength in Your True Identity in Christ — guest: Tim Brown
Leaders are often in positions of influence, but that doesn't mean they are leading well. Many leaders have few or no close friends and no real accountability. And they are miserable. Why is that?
Rethinking church growth: moving beyond transfer growth
It is time to stop celebrating church transfer growth: a church answers research article shares what we should celebrate instead.
