Leadership

David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

Eric Geiger: The Story Beyond the Stories

As pastors, we must help people see the true story of the Bible and not just read Bible stories.

How to Make Sure You’re Preaching to Everyone

7 tips for preaching to young, old and not-yet Christians

Lead With a Contagious, Refreshing Spirit

If someone feels like you like him or her, they’re more likely to respond positively to your leadership. If they don’t, and enough people feel the same way, your leadership will suffer.

Can I Trust You?

No matter what kind of situation I get called into as a leadership consultant, before very long we will be looking at some issue regarding trust that is at the center of the problem or opportunity people are facing.

How to Avoid the 5 Biggest Mistakes Pastors Make on Sundays

The things that keep us from being at our best when people need us

10 Tips on Getting to Know Your Community

Even if you disagree politically with the leaders, develop friendships with them; you need to know these influencers in your community. They can be reservoirs of information about past community struggles, current needs, and future plans.

Which Weekends Have the Lowest Attendance?

Hunting and fishing season can adversely affect church attendance. Deer season was mentioned most frequently.

Leaders, Don’t Confuse These Key Terms

Words matter. Greatly. I get that and often need help from our team in shaping the right words.

How to Get the Best Ideas From Your People

11 ways to encourage people to have great ideas