Read the Text Accurately Before You Preach
We need to strengthen people's confidence in their Bibles and encourage them to read scripture accurately daily.
Leadership
Pray as You Lead
Prayer assumes that we live in dependence on God, and I fear many of us are less dependent than we might admit.
What Does Christian Spiritual Leadership Look Like?
Discover the core qualities of authentic Christian spiritual leadership, moving beyond superficial observations to understand true spiritual guidance.
You Can’t Lead All By Yourself
Foundationally, discipleship is a community endeavor. You cannot disciple yourself. Literally, it takes two people! We are meant to come alongside others, and we are meant to accept help and let others lead us. True community discipleship means not leading all by yourself.
But, Are You Praying About It?
Those we guide will be much more likely to follow our lead if they see not only our vision, but also our zeal for God and our desire to talk with Him. They will want what we have.
No Longer Depleted: Recharge Ministry Batteries
Too many pastors and leaders have rejected the gift of weekly refreshment that God wants to give them to recharge ministry batteries.
6 Behind-the-Scenes Things Church Leaders Are Doing Well
Encouragement for overtaxed church leaders
When the Leader Overwhelmed Burden is Too Great
It's okay for a leader overwhelmed to take a break to clear your head. It could be an afternoon, a day, or a week, but sometimes you just need to get away from the situation long enough to gain a fresh perspective.
What Makes a Pastor Great Leader?
Any gifted communicator can tell you what you should be doing. A great pastor journeys alongside you as you seek to do it together, exhibiting great pastor leadership.
For the Weary Leader: Refresh Your Tired Soul
Periodically take a solo retreat to refresh your tired soul. Occasionally Ive taken a night and a day at a local retreat center. Im usually the only one there. When I go, I think, pray, plan, write, and study. Those periodic getaways refresh my soul and help break me from the rigors of ministry, resetting my focus to respond appropriately to the stresses ministry brings.
