Interviews

Ryan Kwon: Nothing to Prove

“We’re so accustomed to the church being a noun. I want our bias to be action-oriented, and a movement that goes outward.”

Kyle Strobel: Power in Weakness

“Christians should become powerful Christians. But it’s only ever a power made perfect in our weakness, and it’s only ever a power that comes from God.”

Steve Carter: My Journey Through the Desert of Grief

The lessons about grief, God and identity Steve Carter encountered after resigning from Willow Creek

Tom Lundeen: Seeing the Fruit of a Grace Awakening Church Growth

What you celebrate in your church is what gets repeated. This sentiment rings true for the grace awakening church growth at Riverside Church.

Joby Martin: The Gospel Is Our Only Hope

I dont think spiritual leadership is a phrase that helps us, says Joby Martin, emphasizing the gospel is our only hope.

Josh Mauney: Release People Well

“We have to be satisfied with leading people into very small steps repeated over a long time.”

Steve Poe: Clarity Is Key

People need to be clear where you are taking them and why, says Steve Poe, emphasizing the importance of clarity in leadership.

Robert Riedy: Don’t Live for Others’ Approval

“Don’t ignore your family for the applause of people.”

Jeff Simmons: Stay in the Center of God’s Will

“We can love people whether we agree on life issues or not.”

Vern Streeter: Empower Your Volunteers and Staff

“We are a better church without my hands in everything.”

Chris Stephens: Be Intentional About Apprenticeship

“Culture changes while truth does not.”