Leadership

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

Fostering Invitation Culture At Your Church

Fostering a spirit of evangelism doesn’t take a big effort but it can have a big impact.

Can We Be Unified Even When We Disagree?

As important as unity is for the people of God today, it is also elusive. Especially as the culture divides around us, it is easier to articulate our differences than our similarities.

Tips for Mitigating Risks When Your Church Reopens

In our rush to get churches open across the country, we need to be aware of the public response should something go wrong. What...

4 Guiding Principles for Addressing Issues of Race

The number one question and conversation I’ve been engaged in with leaders across the country is literally, How do we lead in times like...

5 Early Trends From Churches That Are Reopening

The regathering of churches for in-person services is garnering a lot of attention in both the religious and secular media. I totally get that....

Brain Secrets to Make You a Better Leader

I love leadership and I love learning about the brain. A few years ago I finished an executive masters in the neuroscience of leadership...

10 Burning Questions About Church Attendance in the New Normal

Talk to any church leader over the last decade, and they’ll tell you it feels more challenging than ever to get people to come...

6 Leadership Weaknesses Pastors Face

Gaps that limit your ability to lead

How to Find Stability in a Season of Disruption

I’ve been a runner for decades, well, more like a jogger. I don’t run far, I don’t run fast, and I don’t run pretty,...

5 Future-Oriented Questions to Ask as You Consider Reopening Your Church

If you’re feeling like the decisions you’re facing as a pastor today are complicated, you’re right. There are so many complex, confusing and uncertain factors...