You may have heard the old axiom “Plan your week, then work your plan.” The wisdom in that saying is right on point. The most productive people I know, both in ministry and otherwise, have developed a habit of planning tomorrow before they close the door on today. In other words, before they begin any new morning, they already have … Read More
Companions in Christ: What God Says About Close Friends
God created us to have close relationships. When we don’t have these close relationships, we are actually living out of step with the way God created us. The great people of God had companions, almost without exception. (The ones who didn’t often found themselves in trouble.) We could start with Adam and Eve. Moses had Aaron as his companion. The … Read More
Leaders Endure with Patience
“God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.” — James 1:12 (NLT)
Hudson Taylor On Humble Good Works
“As our Father makes many a flower to bloom unseen in the lonely desert, [let us] do all that we can do, as under God’s eye, though no other eye ever take note of it.” — James Hudson Taylor (May 21, 1832 – June 3, 1905) was a pioneer in reaching the unreached for Christ. He was unlike any other … Read More
10 Ways to Build Your Team (Without Breaking the Budget), by ChurchPlants
When budgets are stretched, development often is pushed to the back burner or cut altogether from the budget. This is dangerous for a team that wishes to remain healthy and continue growing. If a team is not learning and improving, it will soon struggle to maintain any level of success. It’s important, therefore, to find ways to develop even with stressed … Read More
Good Stress vs. Bad Stress: Understanding the Difference
Yes, there is such a thing as good stress. Small amounts of good stress keep you focused and motivated. You grow through certain levels of stress. The stress gravity exerts on you makes your bones denser and your muscles stronger. When you exercise, your endurance rises as a result of the stress you impose on yourself. When you decide to … Read More
Video Invitation: Join me at Church Systems Check-Up & Boot Camp July 24-26!
I want to personally invite you to the 2019 Church Systems Check-up & Boot Camp in Orlando, FL on Wednesday, July 24 – Friday, July 26. Click here to secure your spot by Friday, June 14th and save $500.00 at the Early Bird Rates (Regular Rate – $799)! Plus bring 3 guests for only $199 total! Check out this short … Read More
FREE E-book: Don’t Let Criticism Distract You from Fulfilling Your Calling
No one likes to be criticized. As human beings, we all have an innate need to protect ourselves – not just physically, but also emotionally. We want to be liked. We want to be respected. We want people to agree with us, pat us on the back and tell us how well we are doing. Get your FREE E-book: Don’t … Read More
Zero Distractions: How to Work in Blocks of Time
Pastors wear so many hats–preacher, counselor, human resources manager, maybe even plumber–that it may seem impossible at first to group similar tasks into blocks of time. Many of us are so accustomed to jumping from one activity to another that it would be hard to break the cycle. But for renegade pastors, working in blocks of time is a great … Read More
Leaders Protect Their Hearts
“Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” — Proverbs 4:23 (NLT)