My friend and co-author, Steve Reynolds, is traveling the country to celebrate the launch of our new book, The Healthy Renegade Pastor. Just last week he was leading free launch parties in the Western Ohio, Chicago and Madison, Wisconsin areas. In today’s post I’ll share photos from the first two events (check back tomorrow for the update on Wisconsin). All three events were hosted by members … Read More
Leading a meeting the RIGHT way – what they didn’t teach you in seminary
Tell me honestly – how does it make you feel when you hear those three little words: “Can we meet?” If your first reaction is to make an excuse and run – you are NOT alone. There are three reasons why pastors avoid leading meetings at all costs. Do any of these sound familiar? “I’m too busy and my team … Read More
The Power of Vacation: Keeping Your Tank Full
Like most pastors, you may struggle when it comes to planning your time away. In my early years of church planting, when I was bivocational, I was greatly challenged in this area until I discovered the power of taking some extended time off. Though the word “vacation” is not found in the Bible, there’s nothing unspiritual about taking a vacation. … Read More
Father’s Day Flash Sale – 75% Off Ends Today!
I want to remind you that TODAY is your Last Chance to pick up “The Power of the Sabbath” at 75% OFF and receive over $109.00 in additional FREE Bonuses! In a nutshell, this resource will teach you to honor God with the Sabbath – and experience decreased stress, increased productivity and a more vibrant relationship with God. But hurry, this Father’s Day … Read More
FLASH SALE – Power of the Sabbath 75% Off!
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
Why Pastors Fail: Three Character Sins – Part 2
You and I are only human. Along with our penchant for success, we carry the potential for failure. But with some foresight and preventative action, we can learn to sidestep the most common errors in judgment that ultimately lead to downfalls both big and small. Yesterday, we touched on the number one sin that sabotages pastors – a character failure … Read More
Why Pastors Fail: Three Character Sins – Part 1
We’ve all heard the stories. Maybe we’ve even experienced the pain personally – the pain of falling short of our calling because of mistakes and poor decisions; the pain of failing ourselves, our ministries and those we love. In this three-part blog series, we’ll take a brief look at the most common reasons pastors fail and a few practical ways … Read More
First Things First – A Saturday Quote
“Do first things first – and second things not at all. The alternative is to get nothing done.” -Peter F. Drucker
Staffing Struggles? Join Me at the Staffing Workshop LIVE at Disney!
Do you ever lie awake at night thinking about your church staff? In my experience, there’s no more frequent cause of insomnia for pastors than staffing issues. Trying to navigate choppy and uncertain staffing issues can leave even the most passionate and visionary leaders feeling stressed, drained and disillusioned. Which is why I wanted to invite you to a special one-time … Read More
Secrets to Hiring and “De-Hiring” – FREE Staffing Mistakes Webinar!
As you know, the stakes are high when it comes to staffing . . . . staffing mistakes are painful. They hurt your leadership credibility, your church’s finances, your overall staff morale and your “mistake” hire’s family – not to mention how it impedes your church’s impact for God’s Kingdom! I’ve seen these effects in hundreds of churches over the … Read More