The pastoral search committee process: Broken and ineffective
Ever wait for a search committee to make its selection? Ever get frustrated with the length of time you have had to wait?
New Name, Same Mission: The Heart Behind the Rebranding of CLC — guest: Craig Fry
In the debut episode of the Throwing Mountains (formerly Empowered Manhood) Podcast, we talk with CLC president, Dr. Craig Fry, about the re-branding of CLC. After nearly 40 years of ministry, CLC changed the name from "Christian Leadership Concepts" to "Christ Led Communities." Learn more about the re-brand by checking out this video.Craig also shares the powerful story of grace in his life, and how God restored him to ministry after he left the church because of a moral failure. It will become clear why God called Craig to his current position after you hear his inspirational story.The post New [...]
Leadership lessons simplified: Whatever he says, do it
We experience transformation when we know what Jesus says and turn that knowledge into obedient activity.
Why lay people can (and should) plant churches
The desire to plant churches using laypeople is not new, but it is finding a renewed emphasis.
5 books leaders should read in September 2021
There's a never-ending great wealth of information to be found in books. Here's a list of great titles that will help you either professionally, personally or spiritually.
5 things you need to hear right now
The burden of leadership is a given but it seems that the weight of it is a little extra daunting right now. A lot is being required of you.
How your church can start and benefit from a thriving internship program
Internships are great ways to find and develop your future staff.
4 components of on-the-way leadership
On-the-way leaders are always on the lookout for leadership moments wherever they are.
How to lead when you’re facing constant loss and continual bad news
Here are five things that I hope can help you when you're under constant stress and there's no light at the end of the tunnel. I know they've helped me in hard seasons.
4 rarely used church communication tactics
These four church communication tasks are rarely done well. Perhaps that's why church communication fails so often. Let's start doing them!
5 boundaries you need to establish with your organization
Just as some business owners lead multiple companies, God might be calling these leaders to multiple callings.
7 steps to protect your culture while you grow
Every company builds its own culture. But very few do so intentionally.
Jesus never ran: 5 tips for leaders
Are you tired? Do you feel like you are running fast and then other days you are running faster?
One of the stupidest things I did in 44 years of marriage
What is that stupid thing I did in marriage? To be clear, I have not done this act of stupidity one time, but many times. Too many times. You would think I would learn by now.
Taking steps for a vision reset
Before you abandon your current vision, take a closer look to see if it can be animated with fresh meaning.
Here’s how to make an impact every day
God created work, He loves work, and He wants to use you in your work to glorify Him and introduce others to Jesus.
5 neuroscience techniques that improve brainstorming
The next time you lead a staff brainstorming session include a few of these five ingredients in your meeting and see what happens.
How to create a culture of accountability
Many leaders struggle with building cultures of accountability. As a result, they spend an enormous amount of time, energy, and resources chasing after their tails.
5 phrases you might be using to kill your leadership credibility
If you've been finding that your leadership has not been as sharp lately, it could be that your team is not responding to your leadership. And the culprit might be found in your credibility.
Who deserves our ultimate attention?
Presidents and professors deserve our attention. Preachers and prognosticators each deserve their due Sunday by Sunday as one speaks God's words of truth and life and the other tells us who is going to win football games.
