Leadership

Perfectly Imperfect Churches

Most of the great breakthroughs and innovative ideas are a result of problems being viewed not as a problem to solve, but an opportunity to make things better.

Creating Great Church Guest First Impressions

How you treat people who are new to your church can be the difference between your church growing or getting stuck.

Why Leaders Lead With Prayer

Imagine attempting to lead without strength, without guidance, and without defense. Personally, I would consider it both terrifying and utterly futile.

Words of Wisdom for Future Leaders

"Ambition for ambition’s sake is pointless. Instead, we live under the great umbrella of God’s good will."

Words of Hope From a Depressed Pastor

"Knowing that the Lord is with me, even when I can’t detect him with my senses, has been a huge comfort to me."

How to Face Tough Conversations

Sleepless nights can be replaced with one tough conversation. It’s not easy, but it needs to happen.

5 Reasons You Need a Paid Children’s Ministry Director

Staffing a full-time children's minister is becoming increasingly more important.

How to Talk About Sex

Yes, the topic of sex might be awkward, but it’s so important for us to think about. Because whether we’re 10 years old or 60 years old, so often this area of our lives is completely out of order.

7 Steps to Avoid Sexual Sin and Stay in the Ministry

The kingdom of darkness enjoys seeing a pastor fall ... because, like a grenade, its shrapnel does damage on so many levels.

How to Coach Married Couples on Staff

The married couples on your staff can flourish both in their work and marriage with a little focused attention.

A Time to Grieve

"Church services must allow for laments, sadness and sorrow ... It’s human to grieve."