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If a leader has all of the following seven traits, it is likely that leader will lead the congregation to greater health.

Thom Rainer October 25, 2018

When we interviewed the leaders of these scrappy churches, we noticed a pattern.

Thom Rainer October 9, 2018

Money can be an awkward issue for churches and guest speakers.

Thom Rainer September 25, 2018

The #MeToo Movement will be one of the historic markers of 2018. Its impact is felt in the entertainment industry, in politics, in businesses and, undoubtedly, in churches.

Thom Rainer September 11, 2018

As a pastor, I saw the beginning of a school year as an opportunity to try new approaches and to make a statement about the priorities of our congregation.

Thom Rainer September 1, 2018

Pastors and other church leaders are often hesitant to deal with toxicity in the church.

Thom Rainer August 22, 2018

The rebellious generation may become the religious generation.

Thom Rainer August 8, 2018

Patterns emerge that signal the signs of hubris for any leader.

Thom Rainer July 19, 2018

This list is neither complete nor exhaustive. God is still working on me.

Thom Rainer July 6, 2018

Yes, the times they are a-changing. And these five developments are among the most dramatic.

Thom Rainer June 19, 2018

Some churches use bylaws well beyond their original intent.

Thom Rainer June 8, 2018

We aren’t reaching people because, well, we aren’t trying to reach people.

Thom Rainer May 30, 2018

I still have painful memories about the first time I experienced losing church members as a pastor.

Thom Rainer May 18, 2018

Comparing your church to another church can be one of the worst things you do as a church leader.

Thom Rainer May 11, 2018

Many pastors really do struggle with depression.

Thom Rainer May 5, 2018

We leaders often enjoy the affirmation and adulation of others as we express our ideas, provide direction, and set future courses. Sometimes we enjoy it too much.

Thom Rainer March 29, 2018

When you are in your worship services next Sunday, look at the people around you. Do they all look like you?

Thom Rainer March 14, 2018

Even though this new year is quickly slipping into history, it is not too late to see a new opportunity to embrace new attitudes and renewed efforts in church leadership.

Thom Rainer February 15, 2018

We have many incredible leaders in our churches today. But, perhaps more often than we admit, some church leaders stop leading.

Thom Rainer February 4, 2018

As we begin 2018, I have never seen local congregations at such a critical juncture. Amid the waves of these seas of negativity exist mercy drops of hope and possibilities.

Thom Rainer January 2, 2018


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