In the season of drought, congregations need to change the primary entry point into the church. This adaptation is not as easy, but will prove worthwhile over time. … More Churches Learn to Irrigate in Droughts
Just as farmers to make adaptations to raise crops in droughts, so churches should adapt how they recruit and deploy people to serve in congregations. Neither are easy. Both are essential for the future. … More Churches Shift Expectations in Droughts
What could an account such as Philip introducing Nathanael to Jesus mean today? … More Weekly Devotion: Meeting Jesus
When I ask leaders what is causing enough discomfort to consider changing governance, they identify three root causes. … More Root Causes for Churches Changing Governance
I’ve had in mind a weather metaphor for churches today, but it’s now clear I had the wrong metaphor. While the new metaphor is heavier than the former metaphor, I’m still hopeful for churches. … More Finding the Right Metaphor for Churches Today
May our Lord strengthen your faith and encourage your spirit through your experience of Christmas. … More Worship the New Born King!
The time between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day is an excellent window for personal reflection. … More Seven Ways to Energize Next Year
Ministry of Presence is ministering by “being” as opposed to ministry by “doing.” It is relying on our mere presence to provide comfort or ease anxiety. This proves challenging for many leaders. … More The Leadership Gift of Presence
We reflect on the importance of identity in this week’s interactive devotion on Jesus’ life. … More Weekly Devotion: Identity
I hold a strong conviction that new churches can help established churches learn how to engage in effective outreach. Here’s why: There are more similarities between established and new churches today than in previous generations. … More Why Established Churches are Learning from New Churches
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