As a leader, I am forced to make dozens of decisions every day. During this pandemic that has only multiplied. Thankfully, years ago I learned the secret to making better decisions faster. When I’m pushed for a quick answer—when everyone knows a decision needs to be made now, but without time to get all the … Continued
This article originally appeared on MissioAlliance.org and is reposted here by permission. But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, Look, Lord! Here and now I give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount. Luke 19:8 Embracing the concept of systemic racism repentance is essential for true restoration, as illustrated by the story of Zacchaeus.
Way back in 2008 I wrote a post on how churches, ministries and nonprofits can survive an economic downturn. If you didn’t read it, check it out and pass it on to a church, ministry or nonprofit organization you know is struggling right now. Perhaps just as important would be your media strategy during difficult … Continued
“Can you hear me now?” It wasn’t that long ago a guy in a yellow shirt would interrupt our television entertainment to ask that annoying question. Even as I consider the ridiculousness yet genius of that marketing campaign, I realize how important his question is today. Some time ago, this same guy started showing up … Continued
When I wrote Out of the Saltshaker 40 years ago, it was such a different world. Whats changed today? Well, were dealing with the lethal distortion of post-modernity. Theres been the collapse of absolute truth in the West. There used to be an understanding of authority, but now its completely personal preference. There is this approach to evangelism today thats sort of cafeteria style. Ill pick a little of this, a little of that, and lets have a little karma here. It doesnt matter that the views are completely in conflict with each other. I knew I needed to write a book that would help Christians today to know how to live and share and do the gospel for such a time as this. […]
When pastors begin to welcome back their congregations to in-person services, they may want to consider offering them a shorter sermon. A study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found Protestant pastors estimates of their sermon lengths are shorter than the estimates of their congregations. Additionally, more than a quarter of churchgoers say their pastor typically preaches […]
Parents want to raise generous kids. We desire our children to be giving individuals who care about and share with others. After all, none of us are longing for our families to leave a legacy of selfish or stingy lives. However, we also wonder, Will a lifestyle of generosity ever occur? I think we all know that teaching kids generosity is a challenge […]
Excerpted FromThe Leader in YouBy Ebony S. Small Have you ever wrestle with the following questions about finding your platform? What have I been put on earth to do?What am I passionate about?What is my circle of influence? I certainly have. One of the allures of social media is that these outlets appeal to our intrinsic desire to understand […]
Early in March, the prevailing thought was that we’d all be back in buildings for church services by May. Very few expected the COVID pandemic to go this long. It’s now May, and only a handful of churches have reopened at very limited percentages of their normal seating capacity. Some churches are working on plans … Continued
Eight reasons churches have a hard time with evangelism.
