Why Healthy Churches Are Messy
Why do some healthy churches look unhealthy from the outside?
Leadership
Reaching Smallville: What Happens When Rural Pastors Band Together
Jesus cares deeply about small towns and small communities and places that no ones ever heard of before. This article explores how rural pastors banding together can make a significant impact.
Leaders, Stop Walking on Eggshells for Effective Leadership Communication
Im not advocating that leaders be jerks, and there are times to be sensitive to the people around you, but I am advocating that if youre serious about changing the world, stop walking around on eggshells and focus on effective leadership communication.
Do Guests Notice the Little Things?
I felt I needed more buy-in from them in helping to lead the church. They were a great group of people who were passionate about reaching the lost, but they had begun to neglect some of the little things to keep a church operating.
21 Nuggets of Ministry Wisdom From Trial and (Lots of) Error
Preachers, Bible teachers, and those who work with youth and children will gain valuable ministry wisdom that won't be fully recognized until they get to Glory.
5 Tips on Improving Active Listening Skills
Active listening skills are a communication technique used in counseling, training, and conflict resolution. It requires that the listener fully concentrate, understand, respond and then remember what is being said.
To Revitalize or to Replant?
Should some churches seeking revitalization think about replanting instead?
5 Clarifications for Navigating a New Position
Adjusting to a new role requires clarity. Here are five key clarifications to help you when navigating a new position, ensuring a smoother transition and better integration with your team.
Why Dying Churches Close Their DoorsFor Good
The majority of American churches were in decline prior to the pandemic. COVID accelerated and exacerbated the decline. Dying churches are in denial. Their leaders and members simply do not realize how little time is left before they must close their church.
Is Your Fear Affecting Your Leadership?
Christian leaders often struggle with fear. This article explores how fear affecting leadership can impact decision-making and how to overcome it.