Tag: Chuck Lawless

10 Tips for Being Slow to Speak and Quick to Listen

I need to listen better to my church members. How can I truly help shepherd them if I don’t know what they’re facing? I need the reminder that shaking hands on a Sunday morning does not equal listening.

Whose Kingdom Are You Promoting?

He expands his kingdom broadly, but not deeply. After all, deeply-developed kingdoms require serious discipleship – and genuine disciples would recognize the problem with a king’s leadership style.

Why Being In Person Matters For Connection

Its good to be with others who are trying to walk the same path. The spiritual battle is real for all of us, but none of us has to walk this road alone. Even though the church is hardly perfect, theyre still colleagues in this journeyand just seeing them in-person highlights the importance of in-person connection.

What Changes When a Pastor Champions Missions?

A mission-minded pastor champions missions and shapes their church in these nine ways.

8 Characteristics of Churches That Embrace Evangelism

Here's what churches with a missional focus do well.

7 Ways This Year Can Be Better Than Last Year

God’s mercies are new every morning, and great is His faithfulness (Lam 3:22-23). That means each day is a new day and each year is a new year. His mercies await you this day, and He will be faithful to you.

5 Tips for Memorizing Scripture as a Family

Simple ways to incorporate memorization into your routine

Churches Stuck in a Bubble — And Don’t Go

It’s just uncomfortable to be outside the bubble. Honestly, it’s just easier to hang out with other believers who think like we do, talk like we do, and act like we do. Outside the bubble is a different world.