Articles in this category focus on how a Christian leader can build and nurture competencies and apply them practically in ministry life.
Communication is worth the investment and is very powerful. We can recall when our communication mattered, such as ordering a meal and enjoying it when it is placed on our table, when a family member humbly asked for forgiveness, or when a colleague offered much needed help. This is one of the great questions about human communication: [...]
Quentin Schultze
Taking care of ourselves is an intentional act of good stewardship. We are the only gift we have to offer other people. Self-care gives others permission to do the same without feeling guilty. The Bible describes our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit. We need to look after that temple.
Dr. Stanley Arumugam
While there are external reasons that churches begin to move the wrong direction, the majority of time it’s much closer to home. So in no order, here are some things I’ve seen church leaders do to unknowingly lead their churches towards being stuck.
Paul Alexander
God offers rest, not just for our physical bodies but for our hearts as well. 1 Peter 5:7 says, “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” God is calling for our souls to rest.
Elaine Vitikainen
These ten questions have emerged from conversations with a myriad of leaders. I use them as I coach leaders and listen to friends. I utilize them to navigate my own life and leadership.
Alan Briggs
Questions can be a way to improve the health on a team. And, sometimes even improve an unhealthy team member. It’s all in picking the right questions. And, asking them.
Ron Edmondson
While it may not be easy, leaders need to get clear about what is life-giving for them, and then they need to prioritize this on their calendars. Pause for a minute and think of a job-related activity that is life-giving.
Mike Bonem
Knowing what God has called you to do is both freeing and limiting. I am free to pursue whatever opportunities are in line with the vision. I am also free to say no to those outside of that vision. Of course, we must pray and evaluate each opportunity, but the freedom to say no is, well, freeing.
Jeff Klick
One of the hardest things to figure out in ministry is work/life balance. The schedule is 24/7. Because the demands of the job itself deal with the spiritual and emotional wellbeing of those in your church, it can be hard to say no. There are many good people in ministry who have made bad decisions that can be traced back to their [...]
Tim Stevens
I encounter many leaders who claim to want delegation to be a part of their leadership. They know the value, but they are often frustrated with the results they receive on delegated projects. Here are five reasons delegation fails.
Ron Edmondson
There must be a balance between vision and performance, between leadership and management, and between change and continuity.
Mike Mowery
Giving advice is a tricky task. A lot of times people aren’t actually searching to hear what you have to say about a given situation. They want you to listen so they can think out loud. Occasionally, someone will open up and vulnerably ask for your opinion on a situation. Here are a few suggestions to keep in mind if you find yourself in [...]
Stephen Vaughn
Since leaders are always pushing ahead into unchartered realms, they must be prepared to take intelligent, calculated risks.
Malcolm Webber
Successful church leaders naturally think differently than the majority of church leaders. It’s one of the things that set them apart. The good news is you can learn to think just like them. Here are five ways successful church leaders think differently.
Paul Alexander
The healthy leader ponders the tension, and looks for ways to give away responsibility. The healthy leader actively pursues delegating.
Ben Marshall
Here are four downsides to every message, announcement, meeting, or event being the most important one in human history, ever.
Eric Geiger
Are you new to ministry? If so, there are some things that you should know and do.
Brandon Kelley
I’ve learned in leading change there are a few common objections to change. If you know a change is necessary, understanding why someone is objecting may help you respond accordingly.
Ron Edmondson
Strategic decisions are a discipline and a practice; but leaders, the better decisions we make, the better our organizations will be. Let’s be strategic.
Ron Edmondson