Leadership

Is Gen Z Coming Back to Church?

When people born between 1997 and 2007 go to church, they attend, on average, about 23 services per year.

David Uth: Loving People One at a Time

“The more central the gospel becomes in your ministry, the more you can fly above all of that division because the gospel transcends it.” -Pastor David Uth

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.

When Someone You’ve Invested in Leaves the Church

"Hold people and the church lightly. Neither belong to us; all belong to God."

3 Weaknesses That Hurt Your Leadership Effectiveness

"One common denominator of weaknesses is that leaders are embarrassed to admit them."

4 Cultural Trends Pastors Should Recognize

Ed Stetzer: "God is calling us to help people move from an attractional mentality to an incarnational one."

Is It Possible to Manipulate People Into the Kingdom?

"Nowhere in Scripture are we commanded to 'get people to pray the sinner’s prayer.' We were told to make disciples."

9 Practical Ways to Increase Giving In Your Church

"Never make tithing about expenses. Make it about vision."

Rick Warren: Balance Is the Key to Church Health

"A far better focal point than church growth is church health. Big isn’t better. Small isn’t better. Healthy is better."

The Top 10 Books That Have Shaped My Faith and Leadership

"Never before have this many books and resources been available to help us navigate the tricky road of influence."

The Sarah Connor Guide to Leading the Church

"'Leadership' is the new wine that the church has become drunk with, substituting it for the pure power of the Holy Spirit."