7 Questions Pastors Should Ask Before Leaving a Church
Are you considering a change? Transitioning from one church to another is one of the most difficult decisions any leader can make.
It’s tough to...
The Wisdom and Benefits of Watering Your Grass by Dr. Brent Sharpe
As pastors and ministry leaders, our lives are lived outwardly. We are surrounded by need, and those needs tug and pull at us. It’s...
Combating a Toxic Culture: How to Engage and Inspire Your Team
"Strategy is great. Having talented people is a must. But the real team wins come when culture is working," insists Vanderbloemen CEO & Founder,...
Jesus’ 6-step Strategy for Resolving Conflict
Conflict is unavoidable in relationships. Conflict isn’t necessarily sinful or destructive, but it can be depending on what we do with it. Jesus outlines a...
Leading Wounded: Dealing with Church Hurt, Disappointment, and Despair As a Leader
I’m sure you’ve heard it said, “Ministry would be great if it weren’t for the people.”It is a pithy statement loaded with stories of...
The Importance of the Internal
Written by: Dan Steel
Dan Steel serves as the senior pastor of Magdalen Road Church in Oxford, England. Before returning to his hometown of Oxford, he helped plant...
How to Find a Guide
The quickest way to grow is through a mentor or a guide. These are people who will show you where they’ve been, the steps...
5 Worst Salary Negotiation Mistakes Pastors Make
As a leader, mistakes are inevitable.
But when it comes to salary negotiation and churches, the consequences can be dire – not just for the...
Without Meaningful Friendships, You’ll Fail In Ministry
Leadership is a long road when called to full time ministry. It’s a good road, but nonetheless a long one. Now over thirty years...
9 Changes That Will Make a Big Difference In Your Aging Church
We see it all the time – a congregation ages along with its Senior Pastor. When the Senior Pastor leaves or retires, there’s a...