7 insights after reopening our church for 6 months
The past six months of being reopened has given us seven insights into where our church is and how we need to continue pivoting.
Why a lousy outreach ministry works so well
We get reports regularly from church leaders who share excitedly about the number of people who have visited the church as a consequence of these efforts. We have heard of many who have become followers of Christ.
How to quickly diagnose a workplace conflict
Conflict is a highly subjective experience for most people. Subject to interpretation. In nearly all cases, there is a lack of shared information, facts, and understanding.
The 3 Ls of revitalization
I would like to share the three "L's" that have helped me stay focused when seeking church transformation.
If I live to be 95, I want to be like this mentor
A World War II veteran, Ben Merold has shown me how to age with grace and how to finish strong.
Here’s how to replace fear
Every heart knows its own concerns. Fear returns every day to scare us with worries about something we may lack.
How to increase your leadership by weighing what matters
Is counting important? Absolutely. Just be sure your measurement doesn't end there.
Don’t make this mistake
The mistake most leaders make is not taking the initiative to learn and grow. Here are a few insights into what I'm doing and how I'm taking responsibility for my growth and leadership development.
When we make conflict worse than it needs to be
As leaders, the ability to use our experience and our responses as tools to defuse conflict and increase understanding is a critical skill.
The mindset shift you didn’t know you needed
Looking back on this moment, I realize I had been limiting myself and telling myself that the possible was really unachievable.
5 things I wish I knew when I graduated college
A marketing professor asked me, "What do you wish you knew then that you know now?" Here are the five things that came to mind.
Just a small crack?
A homeowner can ignore a small crack in the wall, but it is a clear sign of a deeper problem. In the same way, those small signs of trouble in your team may indicate a deeper problem.
The church restart model: How to lead it
All church attendees know (and even many non-churchgoers are aware) that pastoral transitions can affect a church's health as well as the pastor's spiritual wellness.
3 proven indicators you’re growing as a leader
Imagine if you could somehow really tell if all the leadership books you are reading and the seminars you are attending are paying off.
The right-size hat for pastors
The different hats pastors wear do not fit equally well on every pastor. Different callings, skills, and abilities make some hats fit better than others. Learning to change hats is a challenge.
The pros and cons of mission statements
Some organizations have mission statements. Others have a mission. Some churches have vision statements. Others have a vision.
Salty and unified
There are appropriate times to engage in robust theological debate. There are also times when we must enlist every available Christian to help stem the tide of darkness.
3 reasons your organization isn’t growing
The first reason is that if you're not growing as a leader, your organization won't grow.
Why geriatrophy has become the chief killer of churches in post-pandemic America
While old age may be beyond the control of church members and leaders, geriatrophy can be successfully treated if the community has retained a portion of its younger generations.
How to know when it’s time to prune or finish
Overall, it takes more nerve to lay something to rest than it takes to start something new.
