John Wycliffe on the Measure of Christian Life

“All Christian life is to be measured by Scripture; by every word thereof.” — John Wycliffe, Bible Translator and Morning Star of the Reformation (c. 1330 – December 31, 1384) Wycliffe was an English professor, priest, and reformer. He is credited for being the first to translate the entire Bible into the English language. He is widely considered one of … Read More


Nelson SearcyLeadership, Preaching

Register Now for New 2021 Preaching Calendar Online Training

You’re invited to sign up now for the most anticipated training event I do all year — one that will literally save you hours in 2021. I’m opening registration now for my Planning Your 2021 Preaching Calendar – Online Training. This would normally be a closed training just for my current coaching members, but because this planning process is so critical … Read More


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Leaders Are Not Easily Influenced

“Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth.” – Ephesians 4:14 (NLT)


Nelson SearcyLeadership, Ministry, Preaching

Leaders Take Shelter in God

“From the ends of the earth, I cry to you for help when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the towering rock of safety, for you are my safe refuge, a fortress where my enemies cannot reach me.” –Psalm 61 (NLT)


Nelson SearcyLeadership, Preaching

Leaders Are Not Afraid

“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” –Isaiah 41:10 (NLT)


Nelson SearcyLeadership, Preaching

Leaders Raise Up Others

“Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.” — Philippians 2:3 (NLT)


Nelson SearcyLeadership, Preaching

Leaders Care for their People

“Know the state of your flocks, and put your heart into caring for your herds, for riches don’t last forever, and the crown might not be passed to the next generation.” — Proverbs 27:23-24 (NLT)


Nelson SearcyLeadership, Ministry, Preaching