Leadership

David Uth: Loving People One at a Time

“The more central the gospel becomes in your ministry, the more you can fly above all of that division because the gospel transcends it.” -Pastor David Uth

David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

Mark DeYmaz: Poised to Thrive

A ministry leader’s misplacement of people leads to an ever-revolving door of volunteers that, in turn, creates ministry instability and stagnation.

A Calling That Surpasses Your Vocation

Like Samson, we, too, have received a calling.

New Realities of Church Safety

Churches today are tasked with a dual calling in a fallen world. They must ensure internal safety while also confronting external dangers.

The Benefits of Powering Down

If I call myself a follower of Jesus, and Jesus did ministry at three miles per hour, and I am doing ministry at 100 miles per hour, the real question becomes, who is following who?

What Is a True Movement?

Leadership in a movement is like a dance: Leaders set the direction, but participants bring the energy and creativity.

When ‘Active’ Members Don’t Show Up

When those in our churches in leadership positions fail to demonstrate truly committed attendance, their example affects the rest of the church.

Mission Shift: How a Declining Global Birth Rate Will Shape Future Outreach 

If we are to see the worldwide growth of Islam reversed, the gospel must be shared and the love of Christ demonstrated.

Wait, We’re to Blame?

It’s time the people of God started doing the Lord’s work in the Lord’s way.