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.

Dear Small Church Pastor

The God who bled for you, who died for you, who rose from the dead for you, and who now lives in you through the Holy Spirit, believes in you.

The Blessed Burden

Because a local church is a gathering of believers, the Enemy is against her. Thus, the spiritual battles surrounding a local church and her leaders are fierce.

Loving Your Imperfect Community

We find Christ in the midst of our humanity, struggles and imperfections as we come together in community.

Exceeding Expectations

What protocols can we put into place to ensure that no visitor ever sits alone?

4 Keys to Successful Delegation

Delegation is necessary for your growth and the growth of others. So how do you do it well?

Who Are Your Twelve?

How did Jesus spend his time? When considering Jesus’ ministry, it’s easy to picture him preaching to crowds, performing miracles and healing the sick. However, a closer look at the Gospels reveals that three-fourths of his emphasis was on training his disciples.

Avoid These Common Mistakes When Planning Staff Retreats

Here are mistakes I've made in the past along with some solutions.

A Framework for Thriving Churches

The need to focus on cultivating the flourishing of our people and ensuring that our churches are truly thriving has never been more critical.