Leadership

David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

Eric Geiger: The Story Beyond the Stories

As pastors, we must help people see the true story of the Bible and not just read Bible stories.

Made to Thrive: Tips for Building a Healthy Church Culture

Culture shapes us. In a sense, it is something that happens to us.

Attracting and Retaining Leaders

I have discovered the difference in how I lead if I want to lead leaders. And the difference is huge.

Is Pride in Your Blind Spot?

As puny and flawed as we are, the fact that we accomplish a few things and then decide we can live without God is all the proof anyone should ever need of our precarious condition in this universe.

Get Ready for Sunday

"Can we expect the flames of our worship of God to burn brightly in public on the Lord’s Day when they barely flicker for Him in secret on other days?" -Donald S. Whitney

What’s Needed to Be a Church Planting Leader?

Being a church planting leader requires different skills than being a church planter.

When a Crisis Happens in Your Church

God is a good God. The healing of your congregation can happen. But taking the right steps from the beginning will make a big difference.

Fan the Flame for Outreach

Want to ignite those you lead with a fire for the gospel?

When AI Comes to Church

One of the most impactful ways a church can harness AI is to repurpose existing resources to speak to youth and kids at their reading level.