Leadership

David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

Eric Geiger: The Story Beyond the Stories

As pastors, we must help people see the true story of the Bible and not just read Bible stories.

The 10 Most Common Realities When Churches Regather

What we're hearing from churches that are regathering

5 Pillars of Great Leadership

Leadership secrets that have made me a better leader

The Key to Church Renewal Post-COVID-19

Why increasing the density of disciples even when the overall numbers decrease will lead to renewal

7 Ways to Evaluate Your Church’s Health

How to know if your church is healthy

How to Navigate the Awkwardness of Asking People to Give

The reason you need to talk about money is more about what you want for people than what you want from them.

Recognizing the Patterns of a Church Coup

What to look for in a church on the verge of a hostile takeover

The Importance of Church Role Profiles

There are often more people ready to volunteer, serve and sacrifice in crisis times. But we need to be sure we’re clear and compelling when we ask them to do so.

10 Pivotal Lessons Church Leaders Have Learned During the Pandemic

What the season of COVID has taught us