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Selecting the right leaders is critical for a church’s growth and success. However, many (probably most) churches make at least five of the following common leadership selection mistakes that can hinder their progress. This blog post highlights five mistakes to avoid...
It's important to remind ourselves that church planting is a marathon, not a sprint. You're not just throwing a few...
The ultimate measure of your leadership isn’t just about delivering great sermons or organizing events—it’s about how...
Let's be real: we all think our churches are friendly places, right? We preach second chances and celebrate redemption...
What’s a system?  I define a system as the process of developing and leading a church that lays out a process all can...
As church leaders, we all share a common goal: fostering a vibrant community of disciples who are actively growing in...
There’s an old saying that goes, “Pastor, you can’t be faithful to the Great Commission if you’re stuck inside...
Hey Church Leaders, Let’s be real—secularism is rising fast, and it’s hitting our churches hard. People are...
If you're feeling the weight of a declining church, you’re not alone. It’s a tough spot, but it’s not the end of the...
One of the most difficult aspects of leading a church is staffing. And here’s the mind-numbing problem: it will always...
I was teaching a Bible study for women in our new church. Nine women were present. Four of us had been married just...
When we zoom in on the practical aspects of our faith, the small, deliberate acts—those micro-missions—can light up...
If you’re a pastor or church leader, you know the struggle all too well. You pour your heart and soul into your...