Leadership

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Andy Cook: A Renewed Vision

Evangelism is not just another leadership skill—it’s foundational to leading a local church.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

A Global Age of Uncertainty

This mood isn’t just reflected on the international front, but on the domestic front as well.

Bryan Loritts: Diversity Is Not a Fringe Issue—Part 1

“You have to construct a philosophy of ministry where you show people that diversity and reconciliation aren’t fringe issues, but that they’re tethered to the gospel.”

Why Are Americans Questioning the Character of Christians?

We pulled together data from some of the largest and most influential research organizations in the country like Gallup, Pew, Barna, and Lifeway, to track how we’re doing when it comes to living the life Christians need to live.

The One Question I Ask Every Time I Get a Complaint

There is one question I ask myself every time I receive a complaint. It would be difficult to be in leadership and not have people...

When Should a Church Use NDAs?

When it comes to protecting a company’s products and technology from competitors, this is all well and good. What isn’t well and good is when NDAs are used to protect leaders and organizations from bad behavior.

Which Visionary Type Best Describes You?

Vision is powerful, but its beauty fades quickly if it never comes to pass.

Solving a Problem—A Matter of Perspective

I should be conscious of the fact I may not solve everyone’s concern with the problem.

Is Your Church an Oak or a Petunia?

Not long ago, I compared the list of growing, influential churches in the United States over a timespan of just under half a century (46 years).