Leadership

Pastor, Is Your Passion is Waning?

You know God has called you to ministry, but your passion is waning, if not gone.

How to Overcome Betrayal Trauma in Ministry

With their friends’ departures, pastors have had to recalibrate the very real cost of spiritual intimacy in doing life together.

The Rise of the Entrepreneurial Church: How Churches Can Fund Ministry Beyond Tithes

Entrepreneurial church models allow churches to step outside the walls of Sunday services and meet people where they live, work and gather. They open doors to relationships that lead to discipleship. They create spaces for people who might never set foot in a sanctuary to encounter the love of Christ.

Why Church Revitalization Leaders Must Take Risks

Church revitalization is not for the faint of heart, but without a courageous leader a church will fade.

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.