Pastors

Marking the True Church

Understanding the marks of a true church ought to be of supreme importance to every believer. How do we know if any given church may be rightly considered to be a true church or not?

7 Ways a Leader Sets a Bar for Followers

A leader sets a bar for followers to follow in a number of ways.

The Key Ingredient To Being Strong and Courageous

Do not neglect this key ingredient, especially if you find yourself in a posture very much opposite of courageous today. God’s Word is for you, for strength and courage are found within.

Lonely at the Top: Confronting the Isolation Faced by Church Leaders

Pastoral isolation is a real challenge. The research and data (from Barna) are painfully clear.

What You Need to Get Hired for Speaking Opportunities

If you’re serious about being a speaker at any level, here’s my recommended list of what you need to make available to anyone who can book you for speaking opportunities.

The Overlooked Leadership Skill of Expressing Emotion

How can you, as a leader, express what you’re really feeling in a healthy way? Here are a few ideas.

How To Jumpstart the Productivity of Your Team

Years ago I discovered an idea that immediately jumpstarted the productivity of our team. I had developed a great team who was extraordinary at seeing problems. However, seeing a problem doesn’t fix a problem.

Imagine Meeting in Heaven Those We’ve Forgotten or Only Briefly Met, and Who God Used in Our Lives

I suspect we will be able to recall conversations and “chance” meetings when we see certain people again in Heaven, and instantly bond over what we had once completely or largely forgotten.