Leadership

3 People Every Pastor Needs

When my friend Jim and I get together, we discuss everything from my personal finances to how to harness our driven personalities, and how to make a greater impact for the kingdom.

Is Gen Z Coming Back to Church?

When people born between 1997 and 2007 go to church, they attend, on average, about 23 services per year.

David Uth: Loving People One at a Time

“The more central the gospel becomes in your ministry, the more you can fly above all of that division because the gospel transcends it.” -Pastor David Uth

How People Pleasing Hurts Your Leadership

People pleasing might feel like a good way to get people to like you, but in the end it hurts your leadership in these ways.

Making Mistakes in Ministry: An NBA Finals Lesson for All of Us

What can we learn about ministry leadership from J.R. Smith, Lebron James and the end of Game 1 of the NBA finals?

Should Close Friends Be on the Same Leadership Team?

Can close personal friends be trusted to put the good of the church ahead of their friendship, when necessary?

Start Planning Now for a Smooth Succession

Waiting until a ministry leader retires or is forced to retire is waiting too long to set up a succession plan. There's a better way.

How to Identify Your Blindspots

We all have areas in our life and leadership we don't see clearly. These tips will help you identify and deal with those blindspots.

Measure What Matters

Am I measuring here on earth what matters most in the scorecard of eternity?

What Can Eli Teach Us About Calling and Youth Ministry?

How can Eli's experience can help youth ministers discern the call of God upon the youth they serve?

How to Prepare for a Productive Planning Retreat

A planning retreat should be simple and clear with measurable goals. Here are helpful guidelines for structuring a retreat.