Leadership

Ed Stetzer: Who We Are

We are called to cultivate human flourishing and societal transformation throughout the world as a testimony to the truth of the gospel.

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.

Breaking Church-Growth Barriers: Build a Bigger Leadership Table

Ed Stetzer: “Our goals must reflect a community of making disciples and exerting cultural influence.”

5 Mistakes Churches Make When Hiring

"It’s far better to wait than to make the wrong hire. You are not looking for a perfect person, but you do want the right person."

Overcoming Evangelism Frustration—A 30-Day Accountability Process

"Regardless of what we did, it seemed we could not sustain evangelism desires throughout our church body."

9 Changes Dying Churches Must Make Immediately

"Around 200 churches will close this week, maybe more. The pace will accelerate unless we make some dramatic changes."

3 Keys to Getting Through Dry Seasons

"The toughest season, and one that so many Christians seem to fight through, is the dry season—the desert months."

When Should the Church Make Political Statements?

"The church has been given a specific mission, and getting mired in the secondary questions of politics can divert our mission."

5 Reasons Immaturity Is Prevalent in the Church

"Elephants in the room refer to obviously inappropriate or immature behaviors that remain unacknowledged and unaddressed."

7 Hallmarks of ‘Turnaround Pastors’

"If the possibility of taking most of the guesswork out of a pastor search intrigues you, read on."