It was four years after I had started The Journey Church. I was having my regular phone calls with one of my mentors in Atlanta. I was complaining. Frustrated. Tired. My waistline was expanding and so was my to-do list. (And although I didn’t have the guts to tell him, my marriage wasn’t in a great place either). He called me … Read More
FREE Event – RSVP for A Conversation with John Wesley
I still have a few spots available for you to join me TOMORROW for a brand new FREE conference call event in celebration of John Wesley’s 312th birthday! (RSVP required!) You’ll also get an exclusive sneak peek at a BRAND NEW resource on Wesley (see the P.S. below to learn more). Click here for all the details and to sign up now … Read More
Choose to Grow – Not Glide – This Summer
The average church tends to just “glide” through the summer. But don’t believe the myth – you CAN choose to GROW! The truth is there ARE proven things you can do to flatten that summer dip, and make sure it’s a minor one instead of a drastic drop-off. Just a few days ago, I shared some insider tips on “How to Avoid the … Read More
The Task of Evangelism – A Saturday Quote
“Preceding and accompanying the task of building our Christian schools, we must keep faithfully and practically in mind our primary task of evangelism, the work of winning souls from sin unto salvation, from Satan unto God. This work takes precedence of all other work in the Christian program. Salvation for sinners is through Jesus Christ alone, nor is there any … Read More
Never Once Feared – A Saturday Quote
“I have never once feared the devil, but I tremble every time I enter the pulpit.” – John Knox, the Fiery Founder of Presbyterianism
How can you become an influential church? (Special Rate Extended)
I hope you had a great Memorial Day Weekend and were able to enjoy some time with your family. Many have asked – so I wanted to let you know you still have a chance to pick up the BRAND NEW Ten Most Influential Churches seminar by my good friend and mentor, Dr. Elmer Towns. But I’m only extending it for ONE … Read More
The Most Frequent Burdens Pastors Face
Today’s guest post was written by Chuck Lawless, Professor of Evangelism and Missions and Dean of Graduate Studies at Southeastern Seminary. In my years of church consulting, I have spent hours talking to local church pastors. Much of the conversation revolves around church structure, vision, etc., but seldom does the conversation stay at that level. Pastors, it seems, long for … Read More
New Year’s Half Off Sale – Ends Friday!
As we wrap up this year today, I want you to kick-start 2015 with maximum energy and impact! My first resolution is to help you do exactly that by equipping you with the resources you need – so I’m giving you dozens of my most powerful training resources for up to 50% off in the BIG NEW YEAR’S HALF OFF SALE! There are over … Read More
$14 Weekend Sale – Prepare Now to Grow in 2015
Hard to believe it’s almost the end of the year already! I like to carve out some time each year (in between Christmas services, family activities, school programs, etc.) to intentionally put together a plan for how I will keep growing over the next 12 months. And since growing churches are led by growing leaders (and I want your church … Read More
The Power of a Prayer Team
One of my great mentors is Dr. Elmer Towns (co-founder of Liberty University) and I’m excited to share with you some teachings from him on prayer, and practical ways to strengthen your spiritual life as a pastor. Today he’s talking to you about the importance of developing a prayer team for ministry. Today I want you to understand the power … Read More