Discovering the Wonder of God’s Creation Through a Child’s Eyes
Most children love being outside, embracing nature with wonder. As adults, we can learn to rekindle that joy.
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Church | Discipleship | Ministry | Outreach
The Connection Between Effective Outreach Ministry and Meeting Needs
Understanding effective outreach ministry through meeting physical, safety, and belonging needs in today’s shifting culture.
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Bible | Leadership | OT
Would You Answer Joshua’s Call to Service?
Joshua’s leadership inspired Israel to choose faithfulness. Reflect on his approach and its impact.
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What’s the Significance of Turning 30?
At the time of writing this, I’ll be turning 34 in a few months, and I’ve been wondering if my best years have already come and gone. Seems crazy right? Well, it has to do with the consideration of scholarly opinion, that most believe Christ had already ended His ministry and ascended to heaven by my age.
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When Should You Consider Bringing On an Assistant Captain
Growth happens; often before you’re ready for it. Soon enough, a leader can be consumed by day-to-day details that have nothing to do with the overall vision work that should be taking place. It’s time to assign an Assistant Captain.
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Church | Discipleship | Leadership | Outreach
Why Pastors Should Be Filling the Tank More Often
It was a chilly Sunday morning in February 2009. Our pastor was wrapping up his sermon. As he moved into his conclusion, he explained that we would be having a couple of scheduled baptisms to wrap up our service. Then he gave an open invitation to anyone else who would like to be baptized; they should come forward during the next song.
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How To Develop Integrity Within First-String Volunteers
Consistency may be fairly easy to obtain for our first-string players who are passionate about the ministry. However, what’s the level of consistency within their personal relationships with Christ? This type of consistency leads to a question of integrity.
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Why Your Team Needs Consistent First-String Volunteers
What makes a first string the best? Is it natural talent, or well-practice ability? Sure, these are important traits. However, in the ministry game, consistency, and integrity prove to be far more valuable. Today, we’re going to focus on consistency.
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3 Reasons Why Coaches Make Great Leaders
A couple of weeks ago I wrote a post focusing on why coaches make great pastors. After a great conversation with a friend about the post, I realized that this topic doesn’t just pastors. So, let’s reframe this conversation around all leaders.
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Church | Leadership | Ministry
3 Reasons Why Coaches Make Great Pastors
“You’ll do it because I’m your boss.” For some reason, this statement motivated a previous generation. Not in this post-modern world! This kind of statement is a surefire way to get a team member to quit. Note, I said “team member”.
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Why Your Pastor Should Embrace Social Media
Their response is frustrating. Alas, you feel obligated to continue with your pitch. It’s the first time you try to discuss social media with a parent, a leader, an elder, a deacon or worse, a pastor who seems to be aggressively against online community.
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Why I Wrote a Personal Mission Statement
I recently got addicted to a podcast by Dave Ramsey’s EntreLeadership team. After listening to their episode regarding mission statements, I have been encouraged and empowered to add a personal mission statement to my life and ministry platform.
