“It is a good rule after reading a new book, never to allow yourself another new one till you have read an old one in between.” – C.S. Lewis
The Laws of 3 Hearings & 7 Touches
One of the most memorable evangelism stories I’ve encountered in recent times was also a little scary. A pastor sent me a text that his wife, Amber, was in an automobile accident. I quickly wrote back, “Oh my gosh, is she okay?” He told me she was. Then I get another text – “Pray for Antonio.” I responded, “Was Antonio … Read More
Quotes of the Week – Best of Twitter
Leadership Tips from Nelson As a pastor, you have a higher, more intense responsibility to work hard and do your work well more than anyone else in any other profession. The “if you want something done right, do it yourself” mindset is poison for pastors who want to be healthy and effective. People learn by doing. To equip the people … Read More
Grow Your Church – Know the 8 Systems AND How to Measure Them!
No one likes to go to the doctor. It’s something that we do (or should do) regularly because this is how we keep track of our physical health. There are numbers that gauge the body’s health and let us know if we are on the right path OR if there is reason to adjust what we are doing to make … Read More
LAST CHANCE – Gain more Time, Energy, and Attention – With less stress!
Today is your LAST CHANCE to get the 10 Advanced Strategic Concepts Resource by Nelson Searcy! This dynamic resource is packed with concepts that will save you not only time in your everyday ministry, but also Energy and Attention – with a whole lot less stress! These strategic – and Biblical – concepts will guide you from where you are … Read More
How Spiritually Ready Are You?
Here’s a fun question to think about and visualize, What would it look like if your church doubled? What would your staff be like? What would it look like if your service doubled? If this is hard for you to envision it may be because God would never give us more than we are prepared to receive. The related law to … Read More
Happy Easter from Nelson and the Church Leader Insights team!
Just a quick post to wish you and your family a BIG Happy Easter! My team and I have been praying for you and your church this Easter. Without a doubt, this weekend has the potential to be the biggest and best Easter yet. Also, if you have a moment – say a prayer for me and all of our … Read More
Why People Leave Church (and What You Can Do About It)
Let’s face it: The Sunday AFTER Easter can be difficult . . . so many people attend church on Easter and then don’t return the following Sunday. People leave church! It’s a reality of ministry. I live with it and so do you. As a pastor like you, I deal with the personal pain of people leaving, the spiritual consequences … Read More
Five Reasons Why Every Pastor Should Write a Book
Have you ever thought about writing a book? As a busy pastor, does it seem like more like work, time, and energy than you have to spare? The good new is, it doesn’t have to be. I’m a full-time pastor and after 14 books published, I have developed an easy, stress-free system for writing and publishing books – while still … Read More
Four Simple Reminders to Help You Follow up With Your Easter First-Time Guests
It’s hard to believe but Easter is only 5 Sundays away, coming up on Sunday, April 20th. Easter Sunday has more potential to make a massive Kingdom impact through your church than any other single day of the year and I would like to help you make this Easter bigger than ever at your church. Preparing now and building a … Read More