Leadership

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.

Silencing Antagonists

Skillful leaders demonstrate compassion toward the antagonist knowing that there was likely something in their past that has caused them to live an angry, defensive life.

Resilience: Bouncing Back From Adversity and Failure

Sometimes, we wallow in our failure or rejection in an effort to understand it. But often, it’s just a matter of timing, chemistry, or circumstance.

The 7 Deadly Leadership Challenges

Pay attention to these seven insidious issues that can quietly sabotage your ability to lead.

How to Increase Church Staff Without Spending a Dime

The person you need to fill a staffing gap is probably already in your congregation, waiting to be empowered.

How Top Leaders Stay Fresh

Developing a personal growth plan is key to staying energized as a leader. Here's how to structure it.

A Proactive Plan for Pastoral Succession

Pastoral transitions can be tough. Here are some guidelines that will help you discern next steps.

10 Questions to Ask About Your Church Staff Meetings

If a new believer and a long-term church member were listening in on your staff meeting, what would they think?

A Letter to the Church on Moral Failure and Misconduct

Now is not the time to bury our heads in the sand or to flee; now is the time to lean into the hope of the gospel and seek the truth.

5 Ways to Structure Your Church for Multiplication

Is your church structured in such a way that it can accommodate rapid growth? Here are ways to determine if it is.

How to Stop the Inner Mental Chatter When You Preach

Have you ever had a sermon or talk be interrupted by a distracting inner dialogue? Here are some ways to deal with it.