The Astonishing Power of Microchurches—and You
To make the greatest impact, we must shift our focus from making disciples to making disciple makers.
To make the greatest impact, we must shift our focus from making disciples to making disciple makers.
In raising faithful stewards, children who grow up getting most of what they want without having to earn it have a predictable future.
The distraction of decline shapes our conversations: when we think our issue is decline or lack of resources, our discussions are usually not about God and how he moves.
We need churches that enable people to realize that yes, they are broken, but yes, they are also beloved.
Orr and his church, which is located 15 miles south of Memphis, Tennessee, came up with a unique idea that Orr pitched to CBS affiliate WREG in Memphis.
A great heart-felt vision brings hope. As leaders, each of us must stay focused on something bigger than ourselves. Lead with optimism guides the way.
Pastors at the largest churches (those with 250 or more in attendance) are the least likely to say the economy negative impact on churches this year (34%). They are also the most likely to report that giving levels are above those in 2022 (57%).
James reminds us that the tongue is not easy to tame (James 3:1-12) – but still we must, what we say matters.
Dream Big: The world and too often Christians are cynical of success and big dreams. I don’t know why this is because big dreams, big visions, and grand ambitions are sprinkled throughout the Bible.
Are any of these keeping you from being the leader you could be?