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Why Leaders Lead With Prayer

Imagine attempting to lead without strength, without guidance, and without defense. Personally, I would consider it both terrifying and utterly futile.

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

How to Be an Agile Leader in an Ever-Changing World

7 steps to leading with agility

Resisting This Season’s Temptation Toward Narcissism

There is a strong temptation to turn inward in this pandemic season, but the apostle Paul shows us a better way.

Don’t Hold On to Your Worries

Cast them on Jesus and don't take them back.

Cultivating a Gritty, Tough, Enduring Faith

Reflections on the prophet Jeremiah

Leading From a Life Deeply Formed by Christ

How do we lead holistically, from a deep center?

How to Master Leading Change in the Church

Leading change is tough. Here's how to make it smoother.

10 Valuable Characteristics to Look for in Volunteer Leaders

What traits should you look for in new leaders?

The 3 Voices of Every Pastor

Effective spiritual communicators use each for long-term discipleship.