Positively Urgent
…ruined!” But the positive experience of having his sin taken away prepares him to say, “Here am I. Send me!” (Isaiah 6:5-8, NIV) Max Depree said, “The first job of…
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Communicating in a Crisis
…adequate back then). Your communication should: 1. Clearly state what you do know. You don’t have all your plans worked out yet, and that’s OK. You can and should communicate…
What Is Your Narrative?
…communication will set the tone for your church or ministry. The first narrative emphasizes survival. Phrases like “hunker down” or “conserve resources” or “circle the wagons” characterize this narrative. This…
What Excuse Do You Have for Not Delegating More?
…delegate more. It sounds simple, but I already know the objections. The three most common are: “I don’t have someone to delegate to.” If this is true, then you’re not…
5 Rules for Engaging Taboo Subjects in Churches
…it frees participants from the fear that they will be labeled (for example, sexist, racist, homophobic). For instance, when we are worried a comment will offend someone, we might say,…
There’s No Going Back to the Pre-Pandemic Church
…“a major disturbance, something that changes your plans or interrupts some event or process”, or “a break in the action — especially an unplanned and confusing one.” (Vocabulary.com.) When the…
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5 Ground Rules for Candid Conversations
…discussions. This article is condensed from Courage: Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith (Used by permission, ©Abingdon Press, 2021) by Tom Berlin. The book, a DVD for group study,…
5 Addictions the Church Must Overcome to Grow in the Future
…about myself again.” You know what that is, right? Sure. It’s your ego. That’s all about you, not the mission. As a Christian leader, you know that self is something…
Leading in an Age of Political Polarization
…will also begin to heal. Note: The author credits John Maxwell for initially developing a list of five “C’s,” including “Candor,” which inspired this list of four C’s. (See JohnMaxwell.com…
Facing Our Losses, Finding Our Future
…Heifetz and John Kotter have applied to other organizations. Conghttps://www.churchleadership.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=2849&action=editregations do not like change and will try to avoid it. Congregations prefer easy answers to facing the anxiety of real…
Digital Church Is Here to Stay
…leaders who have the energy, passion, and agility to change now will end up advancing their mission in the future. And, of course, leaders who don’t, won’t. They may not…
7 Things to Do When a Church Is in Decline
…must turn from sin. And, if the problems involve people, you can’t be a people pleaser. (I told you this is hard.) 4. Find alignment Where does the church best…
The 75 Percent Rule to Reach Younger People
…the next generation. Taken from For a New Generation by Lee Kricher. Copyright © 2016 by Lee D. Kricher. Used by permission of Zondervan (zondervan.com). Related Resources: What Churches…
3 Unhelpful Postures on a Leadership Team
…“senator” represents “their constituency” to the leadership team. The worst-case scenario is a team of senators representing departments or divisions that are moving in different directions. Instead of the team…
Do Your Church Events Serve a Healthy Purpose?
…by permission. Related Resources: Launching Sustainable Ministries by Ann A. Michel Bearing Fruit: Ministry with Real Results by Lovett H. Weems, Jr. and Tom Berlin Measuring What Matters: A Conversation…
Is Your Vision a Mural or a To-Do List?
…a second.” It got me thinking. A church’s vision is not your to-do list. It’s not the event calendar. It’s not your preaching schedule. It’s not your building repairs. It’s…
The Qualities of Competent Intercultural Leadership
…from Dr. Leander’s paper on “Intercultural Leadership in Diversity-Oriented Churches.” Used by permission. Learn more about his work at abrianleander.com. Related Resources 7 Key Characteristics of Diversity-Oriented Churches by Brian…
Making Your Church Kid and Family Friendly
…to Strengthen Ministry with Children. This is part of the 50 Ways series of ten lists, which can be found at churchleadership.com/50Ways. Make your space child friendly. Nursery and classrooms…
Acknowledging the Toll of the Pandemic on Ministry Leaders
…be asking, “What toll? They scaled back during the pandemic.” So, let’s take a closer look. Leaders who previously found deep fulfillment in comforting church members that were suffering and…
3 Deresolutions to Start the New Year
…not make a “deresolution” instead? Resolutions are about what we’re going to do — exercise, diet, read, etc. A deresolution is what you will not do or stop doing. Deciding…
3 Key Skills for Leading in Today’s Argumentative Climate
…suggestion that isn’t helpful, respond with, “Thanks for that input. We’ll consider it as we make a final recommendation.” (Of course, you must be true to your word.) One of…
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7 Essential Requirements for All Good Leaders
…not a linear or black-and-white process. It’s nuanced, artful, and ever-changing. Over 40 years in church leadership, (with continual learning), has taught me that I know less about leadership than…
How to Develop a Social Media Strategy That Enhances Your Ministry
…post. For example, finding the primary message point within the sermon, turning it into a vertical 30-second video, running it through an AI-powered video editor (such as Descript), and posting…
10 Essential Ways Leaders Build Relationships with Their Team Members
…gives you insight. When coaching a leader who’s in a difficult situation, I ask them a blunt question. “Do they like you?” The response is usually a startled, “What? What…
5 Principles for Pastoring a Vibrant Older Congregation
…Right now, your church may be graying unintentionally. But maybe that’s what you’re gifted at and called to do. If so, don’t fight it, lean into it. If you’re already…
10 Ways to Make Your Church More Inclusive
…to passionately speak up “on behalf” of marginalized communities. In some situations, speaking up on a marginalized community’s behalf is essential, especially in spaces where such communities do not have…
Does Your Church Truly Embrace Children or Merely Tolerate Them?
…measures for children. Jesus says, “I am with you always.” A low-security church teaches children “I am with you sometimes.” 4. Embracing children means consistent promotion in multiple venues. Check…
Working through the Stages of Grief when Cutting Your Budget
…this year.” “We did not go under last year, so why would we have a problem this year?” “I’m sure we’ll find some way to get by. We always do.”…
