The Inquisition Comes to Harvard
Did you say anything stupid when you were 16? Did you do anything back then that caused you embarrassment? And did you change and...
In Leadership, Be Innovative and Creative, but Don’t Forget Your Soul!
This is the age of innovative ministry techniques and methodologies. We’re mad with creativity, which I love by the way, but at times we...
Increasing First-time Guests
How Connexus Church Created a Culture for Inviting New Guests
I had a conversation a couple of weeks ago with Jeff Brodie. You may not...
You Can Overcome the Giants of Limitations
The biggest giants you face are the ones in your mind. I have learned that “limiting beliefs” are holding me back from any area...
3 Ways Leaders Break Unhealthy
Good leaders help their followers grow. They keep their followers’ best interests a priority. They invest in their followers. But sometimes we unintentionally hold them back by creating...
Five Ways Leaders Change Lives
Did you know that we’re in a global leadership crisis?
That thought has popped in the news a lot lately. There have been breathless editorials...
I’m the Pastor, Shouldn’t I Do the Search Myself?
It’s in my nature to want to do things myself. Whether it’s fixing the car, repairing some drywall, laying a tile floor, or even...
Myth #1-single People Cannot Lead Ministries.
MYTH #1 – Single People Cannot Lead Ministries
In this new 6-part series, John and Lisa tackle the myths commonly held about single people in...
7 Good Reasons Why I’ve Stayed In Ministry for 37 Years
Local church leadership and ministry are not easy.
Some people can be quick to complain, criticize, and leave if things don’t go to their liking,...