Leadership

Summer Synergy

You don’t need a massive budget or a construction crew to make a big impact.

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

Fostering Invitation Culture At Your Church

Fostering a spirit of evangelism doesn’t take a big effort but it can have a big impact.

Secrets of Self-Care

Eugene Cho: "We must learn to take care of and invest in ourselves."

Defying Gravity: Ministry Without Burnout

To lead thriving ministries, we must lead from a place of strength, our own soul care. But how?

3 Mindset Shifts for Change Agents

Bobby Gruenewald: “The church has the talent and resources to once again become influencers of culture and agents of change.”

5 Tensions Every Small and Midsize Church Encounters

Carey Nieuwhof: "Overcome these tensions and you’re closer to progress. Avoid them and you can stay stuck a long time."

The Problem With Pastors as Rock Stars

Ed Stetzer: The “rock star” problem is a sin issue, not a church-size issue.

The Danger of Complexity in Outreach

Steven Furtick: "If you’re going to err, err on the side of simply giving people Jesus."

4 Ways to Prevent Ministry Burnout

Ed Stetzer: "To create boundaries, pastors must be able to say no when other people want them to say yes."

Revived: How Stagnant or Declining Churches Found New Life

Five pastors tell how they helped churches overcome adversity and engage the unchurched in their communities.