Leadership

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Andy Cook: A Renewed Vision

Evangelism is not just another leadership skill—it’s foundational to leading a local church.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

Should Your Church Return to a Single Service?

"We pastors hate to go backward. For me, it’s a pride thing. But something has to be done. There needs to be a plan."

3 Christian Responses to Blatant Hypocrisy

"Hypocrisy can come knocking at any door. Integrity is one of the most powerful tools we have as we engage a watching world."

How Do We Navigate a Digital-Media World With Teenagers?

"Together we can forge a hopeful path on which digital media is neither a savior nor an enemy, but a companion."

10 Ways to Bring Joy to Your Pastor

"Most pastors do not expect recognition. But they really do appreciate it when someone remembers them in a positive manner."

How One Pastor Learned to Let Go of His Do-It-All-Myself Compulsion

“One way to measure ministry effectiveness is to discern what percentage of your hours go to leadership development.”

The Fruit of Faithfulness: A Decade of Hope for Colorado’s New Life Church

“We grieved. We sang out our holy defiance—'we will overcome this trial we’re facing; we will somehow rise again.'”

Being Married to a Pastor: The Good and the Bad

"When it comes to being married to a pastor, there are things I enjoy, and other things I wish I didn’t have to deal with."

3 Ways to Respond When You Face Personal Rejection in the Church

"How do you keep from withdrawing when dealing with someone who doesn’t like you?"