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How to Release Creative People for Effective Ministry
Do you empower the talented people of your congregation to utilize their gifts for the gospel of Christ?
11 Ways to Make Your Staff Meetings Better
Your weekly or monthly staff meetings don't have to be boring or drawn out. Here's how you can improve them to keep everybody's attention.
Pastors, You Need to Know How to Spot Suicide Risks
Here's why pastors—people who can offer true hope—should be aware of the myths surrounding suicide and what to do when people are desperate.
How ‘Starched and Ironed’ Leaders Can Infect a Church
Here's why church officials must exercise great care in choosing leaders who are solid, Blood-washed believers filled with a balance of grace and truth.
7 Ways to Motivate ‘Unleadable’ People in Church
Do you ever feel like your congregation has an unteachable spirit? Here are some things to try when circumstances get discouraging.
When Your Church Members Want the Limelight
Do you know of someone who says he or she wants to serve, but is only interested in the position and the honor?
7 Ways to Handle Compliments Without Getting a Big Head
For the most part, everyone likes receiving kind and encouraging words. Responding in an appropriate way, however, isn't always so easy.
11 Types of Pastors You Want in Your Life
Getting acquainted with these kinds of ministerial leaders could be beneficial to your own spiritual life.
How You May Be Hurting Your Congregation’s Singles
What communities are available to the single members of your congregation? How can you improve?
3 Kinds of Critics Ministerial Leaders Can Ignore
Most everyone, especially leaders, can benefit from constructive criticism. But there are some critics people can simply ignore.
9 Heartfelt Things Pastors Would Like to Say to Church Members
Pastors, what would you add or change on this list? Church members, what do you think about these nine items?
Why Pastors Should Get Tough at a Funeral
Pastor Joe McKeever says God doesn't want us to sugarcoat our eulogies. It's your duty to tell them like it is.
Reconciliation: The Rhythm of God
Are we really following Jesus—moving toward reconciliation with others after we've reconciled with Him?
5 Words Toward a Stronger 'Esprit de Corps'
How is the morale among the staff members at your church? Are they as productive as you would like them to be?
3 Tips From Jesus’ Recruiting Model
Find out how the practices Jesus used to gather His disciples can still work for us today when we are putting together a team for His purposes.
5 Seriously Wrong Questions About Small-Group Ministry
Find out why some questionable queries—and their corresponding answers—can lead you down a primrose path.
Why a Supportive Spouse Is Crucial in Ministry
Here are five key areas where the support of spouses of ministry leaders is especially needed. Do you have a specific story of a supportive spouse in ministry?
God's Grace Is Supposed to Change Us
Grace is a hot topic right now, but everything that is being preached or taught about it isn't exactly sound.
A Leadership Principle: Better, Not Wrong
One of the true characteristics of leadership is letting your subordinates know the difference between having done something in error and improving on what they've done.