When boards surrender succession to the outgoing CEO, they may preserve comfort in the short term—but they risk governance failure, strategic drift, and organizational collapse in the long run.

Christian Muntean February 27, 2026

Fred Rogers shows us that the secret to extraordinary love in ordinary work is not busyness but hidden prayer, where time alone with God becomes compassion poured out on others.

Jordan Raynor February 26, 2026

If people can’t find your church on the first page of Google, they likely won’t find you at all—so understanding the basics of SEO isn’t optional, it’s mission-critical.

Mark MacDonald February 25, 2026

The largest mission field in your community may not be the seeking or the resistant, but the quietly neutral middle who are disconnected from church yet surprisingly open through consistent, relational ministry.

Thom Rainer February 24, 2026

In an age of fallen megastars and viral scandals, this is a call back to the Malachi warning and the Jesus model—where true pastoral leadership is measured not by platform or applause, but by humble, faithful, servant-hearted obedience.

David Bowman February 22, 2026

Starting a new church job can be daunting, and pastors often miss key pitfalls. In this post on pastoral onboarding, I outline seven mistakes to avoid.

Charles Stone February 18, 2026

A well-intentioned leader risks long-term damage to performance, culture, and relationships when he prioritizes comfort and harmony over courageous conversations and clear accountability.

Christian Muntean February 17, 2026

There's no shortage of leadership content available today. And yet, a nagging question remains: If we know so much about leadership, why are there so few great leaders?

Tim Tucker February 12, 2026

Paul's words point to an important principle: If you want to know what it looks like practically to glorify God, look first to Christ and second to Christ's followers.

Jordan Raynor February 3, 2026

Leaders should prioritize humility over power, seeking to serve others and lead with kindness.

David Bowman February 1, 2026

Leaders should aim for a growth mindset over a fixed mindset for effective leadership.

Charles Stone January 29, 2026

A vacation in the Bahamas prompts lessons on leadership.

Charles Stone January 17, 2026

To shine among non-Christians, work without grumbling—it's a countercultural act.

Jordan Raynor January 15, 2026

Daniel humbled himself and sought God fervently, leading a life that pleased God.

David Bowman January 14, 2026

People must identify with you relationally and emotionally before they buy into your leadership.

Tom Crenshaw January 13, 2026

Effective leadership requires singular focus, but distractions are common. Here are three ways you can immediately improve your ability to be a distraction-free leader.

Scott Cochrane January 2, 2026

Focus on doing God's will in the present rather than solely discerning His will for the future.

Jordan Raynor December 30, 2025

When leaders think about building culture, they often picture the fun stuff. One of the most overlooked yet powerful culture-shaping forces is this: accountability.

Jenni Catron December 17, 2025

Ministry workers can face burnout during Christmas due to helping others celebrate. Prioritizing self-care helps stay connected to faith and loved ones.

Carey Nieuwhof December 5, 2025

The Adaptable Leader framework emphasizes the importance of giving feedback through the "Illuminate" posture, focusing on effective delivery to support progress.

Miranda Carls December 2, 2025


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