Biblical leaders understand the importance of dealing with different types of people. In this post, we look at energizers, regular folks, and drainers and see what we can learn from each type.

Charles Stone November 7, 2025

Neuroscience shows the positive correlation between church attendance and health benefits.

Charles Stone October 28, 2025

True leadership isn’t always about authority or control, it’s about influence, trust, and connection.

Charles Stone October 19, 2025

Great leaders strengthen trust and influence not through long speeches but through one-on-one communication that makes others feel truly seen and valued.

Charles Stone October 15, 2025

Research shows porn can damage the brain, impacting memory, numbing pleasure, diminishing impulse control, and shrinking the brain.

Charles Stone October 5, 2025

True growth often begins not with answers, but with the courage to ask the right questions.

Charles Stone September 25, 2025

Unforgiveness affects both our bodies and brains, keeping us chained to pain. Forgiving is a process, involving admitting pain, journaling, and drawing from grace.

Charles Stone September 14, 2025

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.

Charles Stone August 18, 2025

Research suggests using brain insights to navigate change successfully, including communication, empathy, storytelling, and connecting with critics.

Charles Stone August 14, 2025

Leaders who learn about how their brain works can enhance their leadership effectiveness. Here are the top four advantages of brain-savvy leaders.

Charles Stone July 31, 2025

Hidden beliefs can significantly influence leadership effectiveness, and uncovering and addressing them is essential for achieving greater leadership success.

Charles Stone July 20, 2025

The most effective leaders don’t just shape results—they shape people.

Charles Stone July 10, 2025

What if the biggest threat to your leadership isn’t a lack of wisdom—but decision fatigue? Discover five overlooked ways to sharpen your decision-making by stewarding your energy, emotions, and self-awareness like never before.

Charles Stone June 26, 2025

What if your most impactful leadership isn’t in your meetings, but in your message? When pastors focus on deep preparation and personal health, the pulpit becomes a place of clarity, conviction, and lasting change.

Charles Stone June 15, 2025

The book of Jonah reveals the consequences of running from God. Charles Stone shares seven lessons from the life of Jonah.

Charles Stone May 22, 2025

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.

Charles Stone May 11, 2025

Great ministry teams are creative. They generate new ideas to solve current ministry problems. Because our world is changing so rapidly, we must constantly seek to generate new God-prompted ideas.

Charles Stone April 22, 2025

Pastor Mark Beeson emphasizes the importance of being a cheerleader for volunteers, offering gratitude and encouragement to uplift their spirits. Acknowledging volunteers' service can deposit hope into their hearts.

Charles Stone April 9, 2025

For many years scientists and philosophers have pondered why we need sleep. Here are six reasons.

Charles Stone March 21, 2025

Leadership demands our time, energy, and often our financial resources. Hopefully, the projects and people we invest ourselves in are worthwhile and fulfilling.

Charles Stone March 2, 2025


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