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.

Your Legacy: Hope, Heart, and Habits

Generosity might mean two minutes with a stranger or mentoring a leader for twenty years. Generosity of spirit is about being fully present, sensitive to the Holy Spirit, and intentional about adding value.

Ed Stetzer: A Higher Allegiance

There is no promise that this American experiment will last forever. Only the kingdom of God will last forever.

6 Red Flags to Watch Out for in Church Staff

How do you spot warning signs after you’ve hired someone?

Tips for Interviewing for a Ministry Position

7 ways to put your best foot forward

Where Are the Younger Pastors?

If you are happy with your current pastors, hold on to them. You will have a challenge finding the successor to your pastor, especially if you want them to be 35 to 45 years old and with at least ten years of lead pastor experience.

The Value of Wise Counsel Through Coaching

“Good coaching sits at the intersection of the sacred work you are called to and the practical challenges you are facing.”

What Are Pastors Afraid Of?

In a sense, a pastorate is like a marriage. The only way to make it work past the honeymoon stage is for both sides to agree for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health.

Kevin Harney: Learning to Say No

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