Articles for Pastors

5 Things Every Church Leader Should Unlearn in 2018 (If You Want to Stay Relevant)

The best leaders don’t just learn new things, they unlearn old things that are holding them and their teams back.

Hey Pastor, Here Are 7 Things Your Church Won’t Tell You

Your members don't want the church to grow and they have a different definition of worship than you do are just two things churches won't tell their pastors.

7 Things for Your 2018 Calendar

Pull all of your leaders and donors together for a fun, appreciation event.

Understanding Where Your Church Is on the Congregational Life Cycle

Most churches are not totally focused on any one stage at any time. Rather, the Congregational Life Cycle demonstrates where a church is predominantly focused in its resources of time, money and emotions.

How Obsession With Youth Hurts the Church (and the Youth)

The church today has an undeniable obsession with youthfulness.

5 Benefits of Pastoring a Rural Church

A pastor explains why he's glad he took a church with a name that he couldn’t pronounce in a town with more cows than people.

4 Ways to Lead People Who Don’t Want to Be on the Team

If someone on your team is not committed to the role, there is someone else who would be deeply honored to be in that role.

3 Steps for Introducing Change Every Leader Needs to Know

Unless your change effort leads you closer to fulfilling the vision of your organization, you’re wasting your time.