Bill Hull, one of the most prolific writers on discipleship, shared a profound insight that stirred my heart about pastoral blind spots. At age 50 I found myself successful but unsatisfied. I was hooked on results, addicted to recognition and a product of my times. I was a get-it-done leader who was ready to lead people into the rarified […]
One of the most disconcerting feelings we pastors experience is when we prepare a sermon and pour our heart into it, yet feel that it didnt make a difference in peoples lives. Its equally frustrating when we preach to see somebody tuning us out. What can we do to improve sermon attention? For when they do, theres a greater chance what we say will stick in their minds to give the Holy Spirit time to ultimately change their hearts. Here are some neuroscience-based tips.
I love leadership and I love learning about the brain. A few years ago I finished an executive masters in the neuroscience of leadership which resulted in my fourth book, Brain-Savvy Leaders: the Science of Significant Ministry. As I’ve immersed myself in learning how our brain affects life and leadership, I’ve learned a few shortcuts, … Continued
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