The friendships within your church are incredibly important. They in large part keep people connected to the church....
Church Health, Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
The Delicate Balance Between A Better Ministry or A Better Life
Jun 24, 2021
A very long time ago I came to the conclusion that God blesses those who work the hardest. I remember telling my...
Church Health, Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
Connection: The Key to Church Growth
Apr 27, 2021
I’ve been thinking a lot about connections lately. I haven’t really made up my mind completely, but I know they’re...
Church Leadership, Small Church / Rural Church
The Pros and Cons of Being a Relational Leader
Mar 23, 2021
I’m going to go out on a limb here and say that most small-town pastors tend to be very relational. It’s hard to get...
Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
Ten Things You Need to Give Your Church a Chance to Grow
Feb 25, 2021
A little over ten years ago, my church hit a growth spurt. One year we grew by 18 percent, the next year 48 percent,...
Church Health, Church Revitalization, Pastoral Burnout
How to Regain the Joy of Ministry
Feb 9, 2021
Tell me if this sounds familiar. Whenever I have to deal with a difficult problem in my church, I contemplate doing...
Church Health, Church Leadership
When the Time is Right
Jan 12, 2021
Change is dangerous. It’s been over a decade now since I was called into my very first board meeting. I wasn’t on...
Church Health, Church Revitalization
4 Questions to Ask Now to Be More Fruitful in 2021
Nov 17, 2020
What can I say about this year, that hasn’t already been said? This year has been one we’ll always remember, even...
Church Leadership, Church Revitalization, Discipleship
Five Ways to Utilize Your Sermon Beyond Sunday
Oct 15, 2020
In my last post, I told you your sermon was overrated, and to my surprise, many of you actually agreed. It just...
Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
Your Preaching is Overrated
Oct 1, 2020
There I said it. You may not agree, but you needed to hear it. Now, before you unsubscribe or send me a scathing email...
Church Health, Church Leadership, Pastoral Burnout, Small Church / Rural Church
The Biggest Barrier to Reaching Young Families Right Now
Sep 21, 2020
Empathy – The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Several years ago my wife became a stay at home...
Church Health, Church Revitalization, Small Church / Rural Church
What’s Most Important Right Now?
Aug 5, 2020
Can we just take a moment to catch our breath? Follow after me, breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out. Do...
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