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...
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,...
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 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...
Preparing for Easter – Part 2 by Cody Jones
In my last blog, I shared with you that I believe the best preparation for Easter begins with prayer and seeking God’s agenda for...
5 Great Ways to Grow Your Leadership
In order to grow stronger churches, we need to become better leaders. It’s a continual process and we never arrive. How are you growing...
Pastor, Your Audience Is Always Changing
Al Maury pulled the old beat-up Volkswagen bus into the bank parking lot on Decatur Street and killed the engine. As the six seminary students...
4 Ways to Be an Emotionally Supportive Leader
Your team desires a leader who goes beyond the expectations of a leader. They want someone who cares, seeks the emotional well-being of their...
More on the Graying of the Church: Find Ways for Your Congregation to Become...
Our team member, Ryan Burge, wrote a fascinating article about which denominations are graying the most. You can see his article in our premier...
Sabbaths and Study Blocks: Essentials for Pastors – by Jim Graff
I wasn't mentored by people who took a sabbath. Actually, one of my mentors died early. One of the things he said before his...