When a Leader Spirals Downward
An aviation term called a death spiral describes what can happen to a plane in nighttime or poor flying conditions when a pilot loses...
4 Reasons Clarity Is the Secret of Great Leadership
“If the trumpet does not sound a clear call, who will get ready for battle?” (1 Cor. 14:8)
Clarity wins the day. Every time.
If you...
How Bad Is the Summer Slump?
“I hate summer attendance!”
That sentence came from a pastor whose church is consistently down in attendance in the summer. Indeed, his sentiments were echoed...
Are You Aware of What God Is Doing?
Secrets are reserved for close companions. Most of us disclose our deepest and most intimate thoughts and feelings with trusted friends. The Lord is...
The Relentless Pursuit of Improvement
Over the past few weeks, as my work has carried me everywhere from Peru to Paraguay to a weekend away with Margaret to celebrate...
Why Mental Health Is Key to Healthy Teams
Brian and Irene talk about the impact of mental health throughout the Kingdom, how to nurture healthy communities and institutions, and considerations for employers when hiring...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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Watch Out for the Bad Guys and Also for the Good Ones.
“And one will say to him, ‘What are these wounds in thine hands?’ Then he will say, ‘Those with which I was wounded in...
Three Questions to Ask When Recruiting Volunteers by Geoffrey Graff
Hey, everybody! My name is Geoffrey. I oversee our Family Ministries at Faith Family Church – that's our nursery, preschool, kids, youth, young adults...
# 1 Overlooked Quality of a Leader
Good leaders are toughminded. They’re able to take the heat. They can handle the difficult stuff comes their way.
Leaders who are considered soft, weak,...
