Leadership

E Pluribus Unum?

God delights in our diversity and calls us to pursue reconciliation wherever needed.

You Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Please Everyone

Learning to balance the natural tension of loving and caring for people, but not allowing someone to leverage their personal agenda or hijack the vision of your church is part of the leader’s responsibility.

An Atheist’s Take on the Decline of Christianity

Strange that a famed atheist bemoans the loss of what Christianity has brought to culture, and an agnostic the loss of what Christianity brought to the dynamics of human community.

How to Train People to Think Deeply About God

Here are three practical ways to engage minds and reverse the trend of theological illiteracy in our churches.

A Different Kind of Leadership for a Different Kind of Kingdom

We run into trouble when we conflate the power of the cross and the power of this world.

5 Strategic Questions for the New Year

The new year is upon us. Is your church ready?

The Common Calling of Pastors and Presidents

What common characteristics do pastors and presidents aspire to exhibit?

25 Questions Prospective Pastors Should Ask Churches

Here are some great questions for prospective pastors to ask during the interview process.

Why the American Church Is at a Tipping Point

The church is headed toward many pivotal decisions that will shape the future of American Christianity.

Motivating People With Love, Not Guilt

Made for More—Shift 3: From More Guilt to More Love

3 Tips for Making 2019 Your Best Preaching Year

Good preparation is key to being a good preacher. Here are some ways to set yourself up for a great year of preaching.