Look for church leaders at the dinner table
Regardless the size of the church, recruiting church leaders is a potential trap.
The deception of busyness
Nearly every client I have is "too busy." Some are proud of this and are clear that they have no intent to change.
The privilege and responsibility of leadership
Leadership shapes human lives, and because of that, it is sacred work.
10 major trends for local churches this year in America
Here are 10 of the most common developments we’ve discerned. They will likely become trends in 2023.
Reasons why you need leadership boundaries and how to create them
I’ve seen many pastors with poor boundaries. Sometimes I’ve not kept healthy ones myself. Why is that so?
Reaching people for Christ through your business
John and Tracy Houston run one of the best home-building businesses in the country. Every prospect for them is important, even the ones they don't land. "God didn't tell us to go sell houses, He told us to go reach people."
5 leadership books to read for personal development
These book recommendations will help you become a better leader and, more importantly, a better person.
5 ways solo pastors can challenge church bullies
Here are some insights and tips to guide you as a solo pastor to challenge and handle the bullies you may encounter.
Are you ready to become a quick-connect church?
Here are three ways the future church will connect its congregants and communities with the Good News.
Thinking about your business through Jesus’ eyes
What does it mean to be a Christ-following entrepreneur, investor, or “steward” in business?
The first priority of church leadership
Pastors must develop church leaders in two domains: spiritual maturity and competent governance.
4 ways patience makes you more productive
It seems as if there are two kinds of people: Those who can’t get started, and those who can’t stop.
Sorting through your priorities
I’m having a hard time with priorities lately.
5 email mistakes you want to avoid
Email mistakes abound as weekly emails are sent from many churches.
6 ways to build community on your team
The more community we experience, the stronger our teams.
Unlocking God’s purpose for your retirement
iRetire4Him ignites the journey to redefining retirement. Let’s break it down.
How this pastor fought against loneliness in ministry
While other pastors were preaching how to be good Christians, Spurgeon countered by simply preaching Christ’s glory and to be saved.
How to quit for all the right reasons
It is important to know there is a time to quit.
What the exodus teaches us about our work
What can Shiphrah and Puah teach us about our work today?
Leading in-between the lines
Leaders love starting lines, and they love finish lines. But effective leaders know that the battle is often won in the less glamorous “in-between” lines.

