Leadership

When Christian Leaders Crash and Burn

When we hear of leaders falling, we must take a look in the mirror and remind ourselves to live holy lives.

Summer Synergy

You don’t need a massive budget or a construction crew to make a big impact.

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.

6 Leaders: How Can the Church Engage Culture?

Six church leaders comment on the pressing issues of how we restore our credibility and reach a post-evangelical, polarized culture.

What You Don’t Know About Your Church’s Past Can Kill You

Many pastors begin new assignments and get blindsided by unforeseen issues. These simple questions can help you avoid that.

3 Lies That Hinder Your Effectiveness

Here are lies that I have fought regularly, along with some encouragement the Lord has given me related to each one.

How to Get All Your Work Done

All people, especially leaders, struggle with productivity. Here are ways you can cut down on distractions and get stuff done.

How to Structure Your Church to Grow

I get asked a lot about what the right way is to structure your church for growth. Here's a sample question and my response.

Why Are Baby Boomers Returning to Church?

According to a major longitudinal study, a significant number of baby boomers are becoming more involved in religious activity.

How to Break Free From Church Politics

Politics can become a toxic barrier to accomplishing the mission of your church. Here are ways to keep them in check.

How to Grow an Adaptable Church

Here's how our church rejected the false dichotomies that were keeping us stuck, and embraced Spirit-led change.