Tag: Chuck Lawless

8 Signs of an Effective Church That Has Fun

I want church leaders to think about times when church really is fun.

Why Hiring an Interim Pastor Might Be Good for Your Church

8 reasons why you should consider a temporary pastor to help you gain more clarity about the direction of your church.

Consequences of ‘Passing the Buck’

We no longer live by faith. That’s because faith is forward-looking – “the reality of what is hoped for” (Heb. 11:1, HCSB) – but leaders who only blame others cannot see beyond the immediate issues. Hope disappears.

Add a Personal Touch to Post-Easter Connection

I suspect more of us need to prepare for these kinds of conversations if we want to reach others. Don’t wait until next Easter to do this kind of study.

14 Revelatory Questions to Ask a Prospective Church Leader

Getting to the heart of the matter

Are You Experiencing Spiritual Malaise?

I know I should be with the Lord—and I even make plans to do so—but I no longer have a longing to spend time with him.

Is Your Church Stuck?

Some church leaders question whether asking numerical numbers borders on the idolatry of numbers. Others simply don’t worry about attendance numbers.

An Evangelism Professor’s Obstacles to Evangelism

10 things that keep me from sharing my faith