Leadership

Pastor, Is Your Passion is Waning?

You know God has called you to ministry, but your passion is waning, if not gone.

How to Overcome Betrayal Trauma in Ministry

With their friends’ departures, pastors have had to recalibrate the very real cost of spiritual intimacy in doing life together.

The Rise of the Entrepreneurial Church: How Churches Can Fund Ministry Beyond Tithes

Entrepreneurial church models allow churches to step outside the walls of Sunday services and meet people where they live, work and gather. They open doors to relationships that lead to discipleship. They create spaces for people who might never set foot in a sanctuary to encounter the love of Christ.

8 Reasons Many Bible-Belt Churches Are in Trouble

Thom Rainer: "Sadly, many Bible-Belt churches are not adjusting to the changing realities of the area."

3 Essential Beliefs of World-Changing Churches

"The only way to make an impact on the world is to see the whole church involved—to see every member become a minister."

Church Growth: 6 Signs of ‘Addition Addiction’

“Whether you’re a planter just starting out or the leader of a growing church, you’re vulnerable to addition addiction.”

14 Relational Tips for Introverted Pastors

"One of the common complaints I hear is churches wish their introverted pastors were friendlier and more approachable."

Hope for Nov. 9: Pastors on the Election

Several pastors answer the question, “What is the message of hope you want to give to America in the aftermath of this election?”

Praying for Unity

Max Lucado: "God’s ship is a grand vessel. Just as a ship has many rooms, so God’s kingdom has room for many opinions."

10 Reasons Pastoral Successions Fail

"Pastoral successions force us to wrestle with our deep fears. Will God take care of me? Will I be betrayed?"

4 Reasons You Can’t Pastor With a Chip on Your Shoulder

"Chips and ministry don’t work; pastoring with a chip on your shoulder will destroy you."