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.

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.

Listening to the Oldest Generation

This generation grew up during a period marked by significant economic hardship, global conflict, and societal transformation.