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10 Questions Leaders Should Ask About Culture

Part of leadership is to understand - and if necessary change - a church's culture. Here's how you can prepare.

Seven Leadership Truths I’ve Learned from Jesus

What leadership truths can we learn from Jesus? As you read through the Gospels and see the leadership that Jesus did during His ministry, there are several important leadership concepts we as church leaders today can learn.

Communicators: Less Really IS More

Your most memorable and effective messages are found through elimination and not addition.

The Real Definition of a Gospel-Centered Leader

A brief biblical theology of leadership by Matt Chandler.

Why You Need to Get Dreaming

Dreams give us purpose and help us discover why we were born and why God created us.

Pastor/Filmmaker Hopes 40-Day Fast Will Help Him Finish His Movie

Eric Benson has pledged to fast for 40 days to raise money to complete his new movie about the perils of church change.

What's Happening on TV this Weekend Could Change the World

The star of the former hit TV show “Touched by an Angel” shares her views of “The Bible” miniseries, premiering March 3 on the History Channel.

Don’t Make These 10 Preaching Mistakes

Deliver your own TED-worthy talk using these key tips.

Are You Losing Momentum or Gaining Steam?

Justin Timberlake might have a few lessons to teach your church leadership.

Rick Warren Webcast Will Feature Exclusive Preview of "The Bible" Miniseries

A live webcast on Saturday, March 2 will feature Rick Warren hosting a behind-the-scenes look at the anticipated miniseries "The Bible" premiering the next day on The History Channel.

Google, Amazon, Microsoft Among 200 Businesses Supporting Same-Sex Marriage

Other businesses in support of gay marriage include Intel, Facebook, and Starbucks.

Ray Comfort Recruits Team of Christians to Answer Atheists on Facebook

Evangelist and author Ray Comfort could use a hand in handling all the comments and questions he receives on Facebook.

5 Things the Church Will Face in the Next 10 Years

Ed Stetzer: "The sky isn't falling for evangelicals, but we do have reason to look in the mirror."

3 Signs You’re NOT a Kingdom Leader

Is your leadership mis-motivated? Test yourself in these three areas to make sure you're fit to lead in the Kingdom.

Jesus, Justin Bieber and Bubba Watson

A candid talk with Judah Smith about his new book, "Jesus Is _____" and the challenges and opportunities of pastoring high-profile people.

How Love Turned Tragedy Into Blessing

Fair Warning: This story has some graphic imagery. A true story but names have been changed: Catherine, a young woman Jim, Catherine’s roommate Mary, one amazing friend I was...

The Main Reason People Leave Church (and What You Can Do about It)

How can you keep the back door of your church from being a revolving door? Address this big issue.

10 Things You’ll NEVER Say

Sometimes what’s not said is more important than what is said.

Megachurch Pastor Responds to Tebow Canceling Engagement

Pastor Robert Jeffress was "surprised" when Tebow cancelled a speaking gig at Jeffress' church, but he blames the media, not his controversial preaching.

You Might be a Pharisee If …

The term “pharisee” gets thrown around so much that we sometimes overlook the actual group Jesus interacted with so much.

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

On Thursday (April 25), political activist Sean Feucht will lead a “United for Israel March” at Columbia University alongside author Eric Metaxas and Pastor Russell Johnson of The Pursuit Church in Seattle, Washington.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

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