Leadership

Perfectly Imperfect Churches

Most of the great breakthroughs and innovative ideas are a result of problems being viewed not as a problem to solve, but an opportunity to make things better.

Creating Great Church Guest First Impressions

How you treat people who are new to your church can be the difference between your church growing or getting stuck.

Why Leaders Lead With Prayer

Imagine attempting to lead without strength, without guidance, and without defense. Personally, I would consider it both terrifying and utterly futile.

7 Essentials for Raising Pastor’s Kids

"The relationship you develop with your kids will build your platform to speak into their lives."

5 Ways the Church Hurts and Helps Victims of Sexual Violence

"Let’s dare to risk discomfort for the sake of ministering to victims of sexual violence."

Every Pastor Has 3 ‘Realms’ of Ministry

Rick Warren: "The kingdom benefits and churches grow when we’re sharpening each other."

8 Time Drainers for Pastors and Staff

Thom Rainer: "What if I told you I could help you get 10 or more hours of your week back?"

The Dark Side of Leadership Success

"There’s a dark side of leadership success, and many don’t like talking about it."

The Scripture That Is Most Overlooked by Pastors

"Many a servant of the Lord has been treated less kindly by Christians than any business in town would treat an employee."

5 Signs That It’s Time for a Staff Member to Resign

"If your overall church culture creates a safe environment for the staff, transitions can be a normal and healthy part of staff life."

3 Ways to Respond When People Leave Your Church

"Reflect Jesus to people when they come to your church; reflect Jesus when people leave your church."