Leadership

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Andy Cook: A Renewed Vision

Evangelism is not just another leadership skill—it’s foundational to leading a local church.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

Tips for Leading Well in Chaotic Circumstances

Leadership means navigating the complexities of any given circumstance.

The Most Frightening Thing About Being a Pastor

Know what really scares me as a pastor? It’s that my words are going to cause people to take action. People will, based on a...

8 Ways to Waste This Next Season of Ministry

The good news is it feels like we’re entering a new season of leadership and ministry. Although the coronavirus is still with us, churches and...

6 Things I’ve Missed During This Season of Preaching to a Camera

A few weeks into this madness, the global pandemic that has resulted in the unprecedented move to not provide physical worship gatherings at our...

5 Neuroscience Tips to Help People Pay Attention to Your Sermons

One of the most disconcerting feelings we pastors experience is when we prepare a sermon and pour our heart into it, yet feel that...

8 Unhealthy Dynamics That Destroy Motivation and Momentum

I have found that regardless of how motivated I am, if the people around me are unmotivated, we aren’t going to be very successful...

The Virus and the Church

How church leaders responded during the early stages of the pandemic.

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...