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.

What Does Your Facility Say About Your Church?

Excellence is nothing more and nothing less than doing the best you can with what you have. Which means every church can communicate excellence.

7 Ways to Be More Productive

These are some proven ways I've found to make the most of my days.

Getting Ahead of Giving Fatigue

Beyond the basic costs of renting an apartment, a house or owning a home, there is an ever-present need for more money in one’s household.

De-Churching But Still Seeking a Spiritual Community

It's been widely noted that human beings are innately spiritual, if not religious. We are, all of us, deeply spiritual beings regardless of our individual beliefs.

Are You Carrying Leadership Baggage?

4 hang-ups that might be holding you back

Disperse the Church

The attractional church sometimes created an opposing current as we sought to develop a decentralized network of disciple makers and microchurches.

What Changes When Your Attendance Breaks 200?

Pastoring a church of 250 is significantly different than pastoring a church of 75.

When You Need to Keep Going

When faced with adversity, we are forced to confront our fears, weaknesses, and limitations. These challenges can push us to our limits, but they can also reveal our inner strength and resilience.