8 Reasons Why Church Change Is so Difficult

Wise leaders and pastors understand that lasting change requires individuals to change first before an organization will change. Your change won’t last or will...

Consider the Word

Have you considered the Word? You consider everything else in life but have you considered the Word? You go to the doctor and he...

The Byproduct of Generosity, Part 1 by Jim Graff

He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let each one give as he...

Lessons In Practical Evangelism

Written by: Doug Logan  Doug Logan is an associate director for Acts 29 and has been in urban ministry for nearly 25 years. In 2011, he planted...

5 Ways to Know You Are Ready to Lead This Fall

Are you feeling rested, refreshed, and ready for the fall ministry season? Over many conversations, it seems like there is a mixed bag of responses...

The Missional Necessity of Love In Church Planting

Written by: Amy Tyson  Amy Tyson is married to Adam and they’re raising two boys. After living for nearly a decade in Sheffield, England, the Tysons...

How to Recognize You Need Some Time Off

You’ve been pressing the pedal to the metal. You’ve been burning the candle at both ends. You’re tired and pretty sure you need a break. Not like...

Maintaining Commitment to Christian Education with Larry Taylor

A few months ago, Executive Search Consultant Brian Jensen got to have a conversation with Dr. Larry Taylor to learn his advice on Christian education. If you would...

God’s Antidote When Things Don’t Go Your Way

Although written with church leaders in mind, it’s applicable to anyone facing difficulty. Circumstances beyond our control (demographics or a location that hinders growth), an...

How a 70 Year Old Guy Who’s Been In Ministry 40 Years Reads the...

I’m reading the book Leaders Who Last by Dave Kraft. It’s a very simple book on leadership but one with great insight from one with seasoned experience....
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You’re new in the ministry, right?  And you want to do well, of course. You have definitely come to the right place, friend.  Pull...

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Is it possible that your church isn’t a perfect fit for everyone? Everyone is welcome, but maybe another church might meet their unique and individual...

5 Ways to Respond When Life Throws You a Curveball

Curveballs in life are inevitable. Unexpected surprises can level us or become opportunities to learn. The curveball thrown to Joseph when Mary told him about...