One of the most critical factors in church revitalization is trust. Without trust, it’s impossible to guide your congregation to new heights. Below are seven essential practices for building and
When I was in seminary, much of the conversation about healthy churches revolved around “noses and nickels”—attendance and giving. I’m grateful we’ve since shifted away from this narrow view of
Church revitalization is a pressing concern, with reports suggesting that 85% of churches are either plateauing or declining. To reverse this trend and grow for the glory of Christ, consider
My sermon felt flat, and the congregation’s response mirrored that sentiment. I went home discouraged and doubting many things. Yet, the following Sunday, I received compliments, which tempted me toward
The events of the past weekend remind us as church leaders that circumstances can change in a moment, both in our country and around the world. We must be ready
With up to 85% of Alabama Baptist churches needing revitalization, there is a pressing need for transformational leaders. God desires His church to flourish for His glory. Will you commit to
Leadership is crucial! No church can experience significant kingdom advancement without a God-called leader. Being in a position of leadership is humbling, and it comes with a human responsibility to
I was drinking coffee with my mother early one morning, and she remarked, “Can you believe June is almost over? Just think, half of the year is gone. Time is flying by!”
Dealing with difficult or mean-spirited people in a congregation can be a challenging aspect of pastoral ministry. Here are seven ways a Christian pastor can handle such situations: 1. Prayer:
God created a day of rest. Therefore, you and I need rest. Sometimes, we are like Henry Martin, a 19th-century missionary to the Muslims, whose motto was, “Let me burn
Jerry Watts (New Hope BC, Foxworth, MS) recently gave me an excellent book he and Kevin Hamm (FBC Gardendale) wrote, entitled The Repentance Road to Revival: The Ten Deadly Sins of
True fellowship is more than donuts and coffee. For believers, true fellowship is living life together both spiritually and practically. We come together to grow in Christ and our understanding
