Leadership

Souls Settled, Hands Moving: Joy and Urgency in Following Jesus

Don’t just find joy in what God does through you. Find joy in what He’s done for you. Results may rise and fall. Attendance fluctuates. Seasons change.

3 People Every Pastor Needs

When my friend Jim and I get together, we discuss everything from my personal finances to how to harness our driven personalities, and how to make a greater impact for the kingdom.

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.

Kevin Harney: Learning to Say No

A good leader knows how to strategically say no to good things in order to embrace the best.

Silenced: What I Learned About Leadership When I Lost My Voice

We have the One who can patiently lead us forward, restoring the damaged places, healing the broken pieces, giving us a new way to live.

Showing Appreciation on Sundays

When I look a volunteer in the eye and say, ‘thanks for serving today,’ I see their countenance brighten.

What Good Can Come From Friction in the Church?

The best memories of the rest of your life–the greatest lessons learned, the finest strengths developed in you, and the best stories–will involve the problems you faced, the negative people you dealt with, and the troubles you endured.

The Secret to Authentic Worship

The lead pastor is also the lead worshiper. You must teach by example. Put your notes down and lift your voice.

The Ripple Effect of a Trustworthy Leader

Whatever that “best” might be, you trust the one who leads you in that direction.

Even After Seminary, I Was Ignorant About Ministry Life

We need seminary. But in fairness to a seminary education, there are certain things it will never be able to impart, even if it tries.

Follow These Steps When You’re Retiring

Retirement means many different paths to people. Pastors and other church staff especially have issues unique to them.