Leadership

A Sanctifying Space

The local church does not simply occupy space. Rather, it makes place.

Sandra Peoples: Is Your Church Accessible to Families With Disabilities?

“The way a pastor treats families that have a member with a disability, the way he preaches, the way he talks about suffering, all of that matters.” -Sandra Peoples

To the Overcomers: Become the Leader Your Church Needs

Ministry has always had its challenges, but today it feels like something has shifted. Pastoring in 2025 is not like pastoring was in 2015,...

4 Truths About Ministry Scars

"Surely, we think, serving the Lord’s people will bring an unending succession of joys and accomplishments."

4 Spiritual Disciplines Pastors Often Neglect

"I have a hunch that we often unintentionally miss these practices. As you read each one, ask yourself when you last practiced it."

4 Ways to Escape the Pastor-Isolation Trap

"As my mentor has said to me in so many occasions, 'The Enemy works in isolation; God works in community.'"

6 Deal-Breaker Traits of the Best Children’s Pastors

"How do you know you’ve made the right choice in a children’s pastor, director or volunteer leader?"

Leading Toward a Multiethnic Future

“A movement of economically diverse and multiethnic churches can profoundly shape the trajectory of America’s future.”

Fearmongering: The Cheapest Kind of Preaching

"Paul thought teachings of the Lord’s return and the believers’ victory over and escape from this world should comfort us."

The Worship Swing-Vote Principle: Maximizing Engagement

"Over the years, I have talked to many worship leaders who are perplexed when the worship time feels flat."

The 7 Pivotal Virtues of Church Growth

"It is next to impossible to grow the church without loving those outside the church."