Are We Following the God of What Works?
5 barriers to conversion-based church planting
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How to Stop a Church From Growing
I was once asked to help a church process how to get younger people to attend. After we discussed some change recommendations a man pulled me aside and said, "Son, we don't need no fancy ideas around here. We like being a small church," revealing a mentality that can stop a church from growing.
10 Things I Want Younger Leaders to Know
Receive vital advice for young leaders from experienced individuals, sharing wisdom gained over years of ministry.
The Titan Submersible Tragedy: A Collection of Reflections
May the "God of all comfort" be with those who lost loved ones aboard Titan in the Titan submersible tragedy. I pray that those on board called on the Lord, and if they did, I know the Lord heard them.
Mobilize Your Young People for Leadership Development
Now is the time to mobilize your congregation and your youth group for youth leadership development to advance the gospel. Now is the time to energize your people to share the cure for racism, division, confusion, and delusion.
7 Guiding Principles for Advancing Peace
Help a divided world meet in the middle
Set Your Heart on What’s Important over What’s Urgent
Missed opportunities begin as exceptions, then become a habit, and the next thing we know, our children are gone and we wonder what we could have built into their lives if only we'd realized how important and fleeting our time with them was.
Allowing the Holy Spirit to Lead the Way
There are two great dangers in the life of a church leader: Leading from your own power and assuming its all up to God's power, rather than allowing the Holy Spirit to lead.
Creating a Culture That Encourages Empowerment Without Entitlement
How do you create a culture of entitlement without fueling entitlement?