Alan Briggs: Spiritual Practical Ministry Tasks?
I found myself getting swallowed by the practical and what I considered unspiritual ministry tasks. Somehow I never got to the good things. I was doing subpar work, and it was wearing me down.
Leadership
What Is Happening at Asbury University Wasn’t PlannedIs This the Start of Widespread Revival?
Notably, there wasnt anything flashy taking place inside Hughes Auditorium. The worship band consisted of no more than a piano, guitar, and a cajn (box drum). There were no flashy lights, song sheets, or even lyrics on a screen during the Asbury University revival event.
4 Everyday Actions That Can Hurt Your Church
Don’t allow all the demands on your time to crowd out time for you to invest in your continued growth as a leader.
Leading a Church Alone
God has called you to the place where you are, and if hes called you there, then he has a reason for you to be leading a church alone.
How to Help a New Staff Member Get Acclimated
This article originated after I received the following message from a pastor friend: I have a new full-time associate pastor starting next week. What suggestions would you give for helping a new staff member get acclimated and off to a great start? What a great question! Through the years I have hired hundreds of people. I dont do a […]
5 Ways to Restore Attendance
Is your church struggling with attendance? Recent data shows churches must replace 32 out of every 100 attendees annually. Discover the 5 principles healthy congregations use to move from decline to growth.
What I’ve Learned About Being a Woman Leader in Church
Its this idea we must hold dear: Rather than seeing what is on the outside, we are to, like God, look at the heartwhats inside, especially when considering a woman leader in church.
How to Preach an Effective Sermon
Discover the 6 essential elements for effective sermon preparation.
What Attracts People to Your Church?
First impressions do matter. It's not unspiritual to make sure your church property looks good, and your greeters are genuinely attentive and caring, any more than it is unspiritual to make sure your home looks great for guests. Its common sense hospitality to communicate that you care about what attracts people to church.
7 Habits That Will Cripple a Leader
The things that may be stymieing your leadership, including crippling leadership habits, can be identified and overcome.