"I'm not getting fed." It's one of the most common complaints of church members looking for excuses to leave a church.
When they came to me with an idea, I applauded them for their idea and then shared with them two or more things that would add horsepower to their plan.
Giving up your preferences and reminding your congregation to do the same is not an easy road, but it is worth it for the sake of the gospel.
This book stretched me. I found it very helpful as I have been attempting to think through the proper use of the Old Testament today.
Pastors may consider adapting these thought-provoking questions and answers when they address their congregations' grads in a sermon or in written recognition.
Good leaders recognize that the majority of the conflicts in their organization can be prevented or resolved by employing these six practices.
It was a monastery on the top of a hill on a foggy, rainy afternoon in the Pacific Northwest. Just the monks, a spiritual coach, and me for three whole days – a silent retreat. What would I say to myself?
Today's world requires courageous leaders who are willing to lead when they can't foresee the outcome.
Leaders should not cut off their critics, but should actually stay connected to them in a calm way.
When an area of your organization is chronically deficient, a process overhaul may be required.
Although I have used a variety of methods over the years, here are the three ingredients that I consider indispensable when it comes to spiritual growth.
When we "target fixate," we're looking at something that is drawing us away from our destination.
Be on the lookout today for where God proves his love, his kindness, and his generosity in your life.
As hard as the last year has been, you've learned so much in this disruption that to simply re-embrace what was will destroy what can be.
Look for these traits primarily and rule out anyone that doesn't exhibit them. Only then look at their writing, design, web, and creative skills as a value-add.
The attractional church is yielding to the local church. This one phenomenon explains what is taking place in the three categories of churches described in this article.
Have you heard God's voice calling you to full-time Christian ministry? Have you also felt a call towards the marketplace, government or education, health care or the arts?
A few years back, I spent most of the year studying the Bible's use of the word "door." The concept is found about 400 times in Scripture, often as a metaphor for opportunities in our lives.
I think the org chart should be turned on its head.
Many churches report that giving during the pandemic has been exceptional. In fact, in most churches giving has actually increased while in-person attendance has declined significantly from a year ago.
