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.

The Church in a Post-Willow Creek World

In the wake of the Willow Creek and Harvest Bible Chapel failures of leadership, we need to rethink how we "do church."

5 Unique Challenges of Leadership in the Social Media Age

Here are some of the temptations for leaders living in a digital age.

How Burnout Is Killing Your Leadership

What causes burnout and how can we recover?

5 Reasons Visitors Return to Your Church

How to follow-up in ways that will make people feel at home and want to come back.

Is Your Church Structured for Growth or Control?

Are the structures of your church holding you back from being able to make good decisions?

Are We Replacing Faith With Structure?

When a church is established, it's easy to begin depending more on the structures in place than walking by faith.

Why a Clear Succession Plan Is Essential

Having a clear succession plan laid out in your church's bylaws is a must.

7 Early Warning Signs of a Hard Heart

How do you know if your heart is growing cynical and closed-off?