True vision is not something you conjure up on your own; it is something you receive from God. More often than we want to admit,

Christmas is one of the most spiritually open seasons of the year. Hearts are tender, families are gathering, and people are more willing than ever

I have been in the ministry for over 35 years, and I am still working on improving my time management skills. I have not arrived! But

Criticism is part of life and certainly a part of ministry. Some criticism is just, but I find most of it is unfair. Nevertheless, it

Resurrection Sunday is behind us—but the mission of the risen Christ is still ahead! Most of us experienced larger-than-normal crowds, hearts were stirred, and seeds

As we approach Resurrection Sunday, I want to encourage you to get ready to share the most fantastic news in all the world: Jesus Christ is

6 Trends 1. Only 20% of Americans now attend church weekly, down sharply from 32% in 2000 — a continuation of a two-decade-long decline in regular

This morning, I read Deuteronomy 1:29-30 “Do not be terrified; do not be afraid of them. The Lord your God… will fight for you.” When

Disasters come in many shapes and sizes: fire, flood, wind event, Covid… The disaster could last a few weeks or a few years. I was

Churches that refuse to change eventually decline and die. As leaders, we are called to guide the churches we serve toward necessary transformation. Change is

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

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