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.

10 Growth Tools for Your Church

Be friendly. I don’t mean friendly to people you know, or friendly to people you like, or friendly to people who are like you. I mean friendly to all people.

We Have Dual Citizenship

An ambassador’s job is to promote the welfare of the land to which they belong and act in the interests and priorities of the country they represent. Christians represent the Kingdom of God while living in this land.

How to Do a Sermon Review

The nuts and bolts of making your preaching that much better

Lessons of Harmony in the Church

Threats to unity within a congregation abound.

Measuring Your Church’s Effectiveness

Always invest in raising up new leaders before starting new ministries. The reverse results in anemic ministries and tired and discouraged volunteers.

Unintentionally Crippling Your Ministry

It’s like shooting yourself in the foot.

Back to Prayer Gatherings

Planning is not about writing a script or being unnecessarily controlling but instead about building a platform to welcome the presence of God.

5 Creative Leaders Share Their Secrets

How to get the most out of your team and inspire them to creativity and productivity.