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.

The Case Against Using Your Phone During Church

Recently, I went to a movie theater in my hometown. I noticed the previews stressed that everyone must turn off their phones and other digital devices.

10 Gifts Every Leader Should Give Their Team

How to empower your team to succeed

Trust Your Team When You’re Away

We usually view unplugging as restorative for ourselves, which is true. But if you lead people in your church—and if you are reading this it is probably true with staff or volunteers—then you need to unplug for their sake as well.

Preacher-Eaters and Troublemakers

The presence of the Lord–experiencing his nearness, knowing that “he is here, in this very place”–shrivels the ego, wilts the self-confidence and overpowers one’s pride.

Reminders for When You Take Your First Steps

The people you start with may not be the people you finish with. Sad, but true—and yes, painful.

How Should We Respond When a Leader Falls?

Balancing the need for accountability and redemption.

12 Tips for Preaching Online

Be mindful as you prepare messages that you are speaking to an audience that encompasses more than those in the room with you.

7 Questions to Evaluate Your Worship Service

How to know if your gathering accomplished what it was meant to accomplish