Today’s guest post comes to us from Megan LeBlanc for churchsource.com. Will there be roadblocks when we begin naturally sharing our faith with nonbelievers? Of course! I can tell you this: if you love people and spend time listening for the leading of the Holy Spirit, you will find your way. As you seek the Lord’s leading in your relationships … Read More
Merry Christmas from Our Family to Yours!
On behalf of Nelson, his family and our entire team, we wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas! Thank you for being a part of the Church Leader Insights family. We are grateful to be part of your ministry and look forward to serving you for many years in the future. We will all be celebrating Christmas in … Read More
Managing Stress Monday: Let It Go
The below excerpt is from my book The Renegade Pastor’s Guide to Managing the Stress of Ministry. If we don’t develop the habit of decompressing after every stressful day, and even during each day, we will carry that stress with us everywhere. And the effects will devastate our ministries and our family lives. In order to decompress effectively, take these opportunities … Read More
A Reminder of Unfailing Love
“So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.” —John 1:14 (NLT)
McGavran on Church-Growth Evangelism
“Many good programs of evangelism exist. Church-growth evangelism’s merit is that it focuses attention on methods and aims which intend the growth of churches.” – Donald McGavran, father of the Church Growth Movement, missionary to India and China, one of the premier missiologists of the twentieth century December 15, 1897 – July 10, 1990
4 Characteristics of Biblical Evangelism
Today’s guest post comes to us from Doug Powe for churchleadership.com. Many churches struggle with evangelism. For some, evangelism is an important objective, but the methods of pursuing it are vague or ineffective. For others, the term itself is uncomfortable, bringing to mind doctrinally rigid or manipulative ways of leading people to faith. Focusing on the characteristics of biblical evangelism … Read More
Rethinking Small Group Strategy: Growing Organically
The below excerpt is from my book Activate: An Entirely New Approach to Small Groups. This revised and expanded edition shows church leaders how to make their small groups work. As your church becomes centered on small groups, the system’s growth will begin to happen organically. There are three things you should do consistently to keep the soil fertile. 1. … Read More
Time Management: Making the Most of Your Sabbath
The below excerpt is from my book The Renegade Pastor’s Guide to Time Management. The benefits of observing a weekly Sabbath cannot be overstated. This is an essential practice for any pastor who wants to wisely manage his time, ministry, and family life. If you aren’t currently taking a Sabbath, please trust us and give it a try. You’ll be amazed … Read More
The New You for the New Year: Preorder Now
As the New Year approaches, I’m getting more and more excited to share my latest book The New You, which will be released on Jan. 1. I want everyone to embrace 2019 with a new perspective on how to be a better physical, mental and spiritual you. Click here to preorder The New You now to start your new year … Read More
Managing Stress Monday: The Bottom Line for Good Health
The below excerpt is from my book The Renegade Pastor’s Guide to Managing the Stress of Ministry. The sooner you decide to live a healthy life, the better off you will be and the more effective your ministry will be. All the books you can read about healthy living boil down to two essential keys: exercise and a healthy diet. If … Read More