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Created on Friday, 24 May 2013 / Culture
Tags: Artie Davis, church, afford, financial, costs, complaining, culture, investment, kids, young leaders, keep score, cracks
All of us who lead in a church understand the cost of doing ministry—the financial cost, that is. We know our budgets and the limits of what we can afford or not afford. However, many pastors and leaders ... [ +++ ]
All of us who lead in a church understand the cost of doing ministry—the financial cost, that is. We know our budgets and the limits of what we can afford or not afford. However, many pastors and leaders ... [ +++ ]
Created on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 / Growth
Tags: Ron Phillips, Holy Spirit, gifts, church, divine, dependent, dangers
A young man in my last church cut off three of his fingers while cutting a piece of paneling in a van customizing shop. As he was being rushed to the hospital, he was asked, “Where are the fingers?” ... [ +++ ]
A young man in my last church cut off three of his fingers while cutting a piece of paneling in a van customizing shop. As he was being rushed to the hospital, he was asked, “Where are the fingers?” ... [ +++ ]
Created on Monday, 20 May 2013 / Prophecy
Tags: Michelle McClain, prophecy, correction, church, repentance, challenge, Revelation, obedience, comfort, hope
When ministering in a church, the prophet should have a specific area the Lord has revealed that needs correction. Jesus gave each church a specific place of constructive criticism. It’s important at ... [ +++ ]
When ministering in a church, the prophet should have a specific area the Lord has revealed that needs correction. Jesus gave each church a specific place of constructive criticism. It’s important at ... [ +++ ]
Created on Wednesday, 15 May 2013 / Multi-Ethnic Ministry
Tags: Invisible Church, multi-ethnic, vision, example, change, Holy Spirit, Jews, Gentiles, congregations, friendships
In 1990 my wife, Karen, and I began an endeavor that would forever change our lives. What began as a church plant became a radical reordering of our personal priorities and approach to ministry. We became ... [ +++ ]
In 1990 my wife, Karen, and I began an endeavor that would forever change our lives. What began as a church plant became a radical reordering of our personal priorities and approach to ministry. We became ... [ +++ ]
Created on Tuesday, 14 May 2013 / Ministry Leadership
Tags: Pastor, cockpit, Kyle Searcy, united mission, church, ministry, delegation, communication, vision, clarity, authentic feedback
About 20 years ago, you might have seen me with a cape and a huge “S” on my chest that stood for “Superpastor!” Well, maybe not literally, but you might have wondered if I thought I could run meetings ... [ +++ ]
About 20 years ago, you might have seen me with a cape and a huge “S” on my chest that stood for “Superpastor!” Well, maybe not literally, but you might have wondered if I thought I could run meetings ... [ +++ ]
Created on Tuesday, 14 May 2013 / Vision
Tags: Artie Davis, core values, church, Jehu, 2 Kings, unity, team, passion, Cornerstone Community Church
Core Values: The ideals and values we hold that are non-negotiable, that serve as filters for all of our efforts to accomplish our mission. (My working definition.) The story of Jehu in 2 Kings ... [ +++ ]
Core Values: The ideals and values we hold that are non-negotiable, that serve as filters for all of our efforts to accomplish our mission. (My working definition.) The story of Jehu in 2 Kings ... [ +++ ]
Created on Monday, 13 May 2013 / Personal Character
Tags: Ron Edmondson, leadership, organizational, team, control, business, church, DNA, delegation, creativity, characteristics, personal growth, independent thought, followers
In my years leading in business and churches, I have known many people who claim to be leaders, but they are actually nothing more than controllers of people. There is a huge difference in leading and ... [ +++ ]
In my years leading in business and churches, I have known many people who claim to be leaders, but they are actually nothing more than controllers of people. There is a huge difference in leading and ... [ +++ ]
Created on Friday, 10 May 2013 / Church Growth
Tags: Church growth, church health, Rick Warren, Purpose Driven Church, New Testament, Ephesians, 2 Corinthians, James, children, organism, secret, balance, fellowship, discipleship, worship, ministry, ...
When I wrote The Purpose Driven Church, I predicted that church health—not church growth—would be the primary concern of the 21st Century church. I believe that prediction is proving itself true. The New ... [ +++ ]
When I wrote The Purpose Driven Church, I predicted that church health—not church growth—would be the primary concern of the 21st Century church. I believe that prediction is proving itself true. The New ... [ +++ ]
Created on Thursday, 09 May 2013 / Community
Tags: Communication, proven, church, Christ, sermon, marketing, target audience, experience, volunteers, new mom, conversation, Facebook, website, social media
Everything communicates. What people experience in your church has the power to propel them toward Christ or push them away. What we do matters, and doing it well is essential. From your website to the ... [ +++ ]
Everything communicates. What people experience in your church has the power to propel them toward Christ or push them away. What we do matters, and doing it well is essential. From your website to the ... [ +++ ]
Created on Thursday, 09 May 2013 / Ethics
Tags: David Loveless, Discovery Church, adultery, resign, Orlando, Isaac Hunter, Sam Hinn, sexual immorality, idolatry, Jezel spirit, trend, Catholic Church, Jack Schaap
Another megachurch pastor has stepped down after admitting to a long-term affair with a woman who’s not his wife. David Loveless, former lead pastor of Discovery Church in Orlando, Fla., is the third in ... [ +++ ]
Another megachurch pastor has stepped down after admitting to a long-term affair with a woman who’s not his wife. David Loveless, former lead pastor of Discovery Church in Orlando, Fla., is the third in ... [ +++ ]
Created on Wednesday, 08 May 2013 / Facilities
Tags: Excellence, Jack Graham, first-time guests, church, experience, worship, compelling
Excellence in all things and all things to the glory of God. At Prestonwood Baptist Church, you’ll hear this phrase often. Everyone on our ministry team and staff take it to heart because it isn’t just ... [ +++ ]
Excellence in all things and all things to the glory of God. At Prestonwood Baptist Church, you’ll hear this phrase often. Everyone on our ministry team and staff take it to heart because it isn’t just ... [ +++ ]
Created on Wednesday, 08 May 2013 / Relationships
Tags: George O. Wood, pastors, love, respect, authority, insecurity, DNA, church, credibility, trust
I have told my son, who is a young pastor, “There are just two things you need to do: Love God and love people.” If you do these two things, you will not go too far astray. Many younger pastors immediately ... [ +++ ]
I have told my son, who is a young pastor, “There are just two things you need to do: Love God and love people.” If you do these two things, you will not go too far astray. Many younger pastors immediately ... [ +++ ]
Created on Wednesday, 08 May 2013 / Community
Tags: Tony Morgan, church, community, persona, members, visitors
Building an ideal customer profile is a common business practice whose goal is to identify the type or types of people the business caters to. This involves identifying needs, wants, pain points and more. ... [ +++ ]
Building an ideal customer profile is a common business practice whose goal is to identify the type or types of people the business caters to. This involves identifying needs, wants, pain points and more. ... [ +++ ]
Created on Monday, 06 May 2013 / Vision
Tags: Dan Reiland, church, health, questions, progress, spiritual maturity, leaders, volunteers
Every year I get a complete physical from my doctor. It’s a thorough check-up from head to toe. I usually have the same initial thoughts about this invasive, needle-sticking, blood-sucking, finger-poking ... [ +++ ]
Every year I get a complete physical from my doctor. It’s a thorough check-up from head to toe. I usually have the same initial thoughts about this invasive, needle-sticking, blood-sucking, finger-poking ... [ +++ ]
Created on Monday, 06 May 2013 / Main
Tags: Phil Cooke, Media, Church, Voice, Conflicting Stories, Power
My team at Cooke Pictures gets hired when a church, ministry or nonprofit organization is losing its voice. Perhaps you’ve experienced a similar situation: Despite doing great work in the community—like ... [ +++ ]
My team at Cooke Pictures gets hired when a church, ministry or nonprofit organization is losing its voice. Perhaps you’ve experienced a similar situation: Despite doing great work in the community—like ... [ +++ ]
Created on Friday, 03 May 2013 / Adversity
Tags: George Wood, adversity, eliminate, Ecclesiastes, churches, old-timers
Every ministry, every organization, has something that’s not working. Do you have the courage to deal with it? Ecclesiastes 3:6 says there is “a time to throw away.” You don’t hear that preached very much. ... [ +++ ]
Every ministry, every organization, has something that’s not working. Do you have the courage to deal with it? Ecclesiastes 3:6 says there is “a time to throw away.” You don’t hear that preached very much. ... [ +++ ]
Created on Friday, 03 May 2013 / Administration
Tags: Kim Martinez, fall, church, event, planning, calendar, goals, love languages, affirmation, quality time, service
... 1,200, you won’t connect with 10 new families—you probably know everyone but that new family on the corner—so your goal might look very different. If you don’t have the staff or volunteer base to produce ... [ +++ ]
... 1,200, you won’t connect with 10 new families—you probably know everyone but that new family on the corner—so your goal might look very different. If you don’t have the staff or volunteer base to produce ... [ +++ ]
Created on Thursday, 25 April 2013 / Counseling
Tags: Pray, church, growing, struggling, leadership, Holy Spirit
Your church isn’t growing, and you can’t figure out why. That’s always a tough place to lead and live. You aren’t alone. In fact, you may be among the majority of churches in the U.S. that are struggling ... [ +++ ]
Your church isn’t growing, and you can’t figure out why. That’s always a tough place to lead and live. You aren’t alone. In fact, you may be among the majority of churches in the U.S. that are struggling ... [ +++ ]
Created on Thursday, 25 April 2013 / Administration
Tags: Rick Warren, untapped, gold mines, church, sleeping giant, lay people, financial support, evangelicals, Saddleback
Pastor, you’ve got a sleeping giant in your church. If you awake that sleeping giant, it’ll change your church, your community and the world. This sleeping giant in your church is your unengaged lay people. ... [ +++ ]
Pastor, you’ve got a sleeping giant in your church. If you awake that sleeping giant, it’ll change your church, your community and the world. This sleeping giant in your church is your unengaged lay people. ... [ +++ ]
Created on Tuesday, 23 April 2013 / Vision
Tags: Ron Edmondson, positive, paradigm, church, pastor, Jesus, faith, change, money
I recently posted 10 dangerous paradigms in the church. Obviously, there are positive mind-sets in the church also. I've decided to share some from the perception of a pastor. Here are 10 positive paradigms ... [ +++ ]
I recently posted 10 dangerous paradigms in the church. Obviously, there are positive mind-sets in the church also. I've decided to share some from the perception of a pastor. Here are 10 positive paradigms ... [ +++ ]
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