I've learned by experience there are two important questions every leader needs to ask. Recently, I’ve sat in several meetings or talked with different leaders, and the same situation has been repeating itself. Imagine this scenario. A team or church feels like they need to hire someone or add someone to the team, so they…
The Hardest Prayer to Pray
What do you think is the hardest prayer to pray? Have you ever been stuck in life? I know I have. We get stuck trying to decide for our family, career, a trip, major in college, or what school to put our kids in. I think one of the most common things I see among people…
Church Planter: What’s Your Identity in Christ?
The funny thing about how we define our lives is that we identify them through a negative focus. That’s why self-identity is so important.
Church Planting Success—Is There Just One Measurement?
Being envious of someone else’s gifts and personality is natural, but you keep yourself from being productive and from church planting success.
Preaching About Money: 5 Vital Steps
After the new year many pastors will talk on money in a sermon. Here are 5 things to keep in mind for the next time you’re preaching about money.
Are You Getting the Results You Want From Your Church Plant Systems?
Healthy church plant systems allow leaders and couples to care about people and see their lives changed.