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The Art of Being Happy for No Reason

The morning joys of life that range from the singing of birds to the delight of a hot cup of coffee all point to human satisfaction with happiness. It is so refreshing to be...

The Global Methodist Church: These Things I Pray

An amazing development in world Christianity is the formation of the Global Methodist Church. Indeed, this story is one of the most important stories of global and American Christianity in many years. In the United...

Preparing for Easter – Part 1 by Cody Jones

At the very first SCN XChange I ever attended, Pastor Jim Graff taught a message called “Planning That Produces Life and Peace.” I’m not sure how much life and peace I had at that time because...

5 Ways to Become a “bounce Back” Leader

In a previous post I suggested 5 indicators that point to leaders who quickly bounce back from adversity, setbacks, and disappointment. I used the phrase “resilient leaders” to describe them. Since every leader will face difficulty,...

How to Rise Above Hurt and Lean Into Grace

Whether or not you are currently in full time ministry, whether you are considering leaving or coming back, the most important thing is your...

4 Signs Decision Fatigue Is Degrading Your Decisions

When we think about fatigue, we usually think of physical tiredness…we worked too hard in the yard, we didn’t sleep well the night before,...

The Global Methodist Church: These Things I Pray

An amazing development in world Christianity is the formation of the Global Methodist Church. Indeed, this story is one of the most important stories...

How to Better Manage Your Time As a Leader

I remember being amazed at plate spinners growing up. These men and women would keep plates spinning on poles for an extended amount of...

The Art of Being Happy for No Reason

The morning joys of life that range from the singing of birds to the delight of a hot cup of coffee all point to...

Surprise: Millennials and Gen Z Are Poised to Become the Church’s Best Givers

“Surprise: Millennials and Gen Z are Poised to Become the Church’s Best Givers” is written by Jim Sheppard, CEO & Principal of Generis. Generis is consulting...

The Best Kind of Learning Is Do-it-yourself

From time to time, as I’m sketching at a church or school, the question arises: “So, have you had training for this?” Or, maybe,...

5 Characteristics of Church’s That Demonstrate Strength and Stability

All churches experience seasons of storms, struggles and setbacks if they are pursing a God-sized, God-ordained vision. It is Godly leadership that helps us...

Three Ways to Honor Your Volunteers During the Easter Season

As you remember and celebrate the ultimate life-giving sacrifice of Jesus’ death and resurrection on the cross this Easter, consider your volunteers. Your volunteers...

5 Ways to Become a “bounce Back” Leader

In a previous post I suggested 5 indicators that point to leaders who quickly bounce back from adversity, setbacks, and disappointment. I used the phrase “resilient...