Charles Stone

As a pastor for over 43 years, Charles Stone served as a lead pastor, associate pastor and church planter in churches from 50 to over 1,000. He now coaches and equips pastors and teams to effectively navigate the unique challenges ministry brings. By blending biblical principles with cutting-edge brain-based practices he helps them enhance their leadership abilities, elevate their preaching/ teaching skills and prioritize self-care. He is the author of seven books. For more information and to follow his blogs, visit CharlesStone.com.

4 Characteristics of the Greatest Church Leaders

What the best leaders do

4 Keys for Limiting Confirmation Bias as a Leader

How to counter confirmation bias

9 Adult Learning Principles That Will Improve Your Preaching

Insights for sermon prep and delivery

How Do You Respond When Plans Are Interrupted?

The lessons my interruptions have taught me

How the Apostle Paul Thought About Church Growth

5 church growth essentials from Paul's first missionary journey

The Fruit of Brokenness in a Pastor’s Life

We seldom see any immediate benefit from our brokenness. But could God use it in our lives?

10 Reasons Smart Pastors Fail

Destructive behaviors that undermine the work of ministry leaders.

5 Ways to Make Things Worse When You Face Criticism

What to avoid when you're feeling defensive