Remember these 3 key lessons when casting a new vision for your congregation. read more
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What Makes a Church a Church?
The way we view the local church is changing, and we may need to learn to be more flexible. read more
Delivering Church in Unique Settings
Whether it's in a mall, a movie theater or at a YMCA, congregations can find a home anywhere. read more
How Do Christ Followers Define the Church?
Here are 10 popular views or models of what many believe the church should be. read more
5 Commitments to Fire Up Your Team for the Vision
Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois, used these principles. Give them a try. read more
Carol McLeod: The Best Spiritual Paycheck Ever
If you've ever doubted the effectiveness of your ministry, take this to heart. read more
Kingdom Economics: Don't Give Up
Here is why we should not lose our confidence when all looks bleak in the world. read more
How We Went from Theological to Therapeutic Preaching
What went wrong? read more
Kingdom First: Starting Churches That Shape Movements
Do we realize that only God can create a movement through His divine and sovereign work? read more
Why I Never Scheduled a Revival
Pastor Scott Attebery says we first need to know the true nature of revival and when it happens before scheduling services and expecting it to happen during them. read more
7 Factors That Stop Momentum in a Church
Is there something that has led you to scratch your head and say, "What happened to our growth?" Is it one of these? read more
Are You Tempted to Compare and Compete?
We're all on the same kingdom team, but do you find yourself looking at bigger ministries and becoming discouraged? read more
7 Things That Show How and Why Jesus Chose His Friends
Jesus showed prudence when selecting His disciples. Shouldn't you follow these guidelines as well? read more
Christian Leaders, Join Jim Garlow to Help Save America's Future
I encourage pastors and ministerial leaders to attend the Future Conference next month in San Diego. It's not your typical pastors conference, and will be well worth your time and investment. read more
How to Unleash the Creative Potential of Your Church
Today's American church is a sleeping giant. Here's why you shouldn't be afraid to let wildfire spread in your congregation, and here's how to make it happen. read more
8 Commons Characteristics of Successful Church Revitalizations
Are you willing to make the sacrifices that these characteristics suggest? read more
Kingdom Economics: 7 Ministry Guidelines to Move Beyond the Obvious
Are we looking only at the "headlines" in our ministry, or are we getting down to the root of the issues in our congregations? read more
The Power of Casting a Great Vision
One of the greatest mistakes a leader can make can lead to sabotaging vision. read more
12 Ways Pastors Went From Burnout to Vision
Have you experienced burnout or near burnout in ministry? What steps did you take? read more
Kingdom Economics: The Problem With Greece
Could we be more effective in accomplishing God's ministry objectives for us with a different structure? read more