This is Kerrick Thomas – and for the last 12 years I’ve served alongside of Nelson Searcy as Executive Pastor of The Journey Church. Today we continue our discussion of the power of meetings – are you familiar with these important types of meetings? There are three reasons why pastors avoid meetings. Do any of these sound familiar? “I’m too … Read More
The Power of Meetings – and 7 Types You Need to Know – Part 1
This is Kerrick Thomas – and for the last 12 years I’ve served alongside of Nelson Searcy as Executive Pastor of The Journey Church. I’m guest blogging today and would like to talk to you about the power of meetings – and challenge you to change your perspective on them. Imagine this scenario: you see that your day is packed … Read More
The Nature of Character – A Saturday Quote
“When wealth is lost, nothing is lost; when health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost, all is lost.” – Billy Graham
Quotes of the Week – Best of Twitter
Reminders of the power of language from Nelson Words of optimism spoken in love at the right moment can change lives for the better Resist the temptation to point out others’ mistakes. “Should haves” and “could haves” don’t help anyone who is struggling There are struggling people around you every day who need the infusion of hope that your carefully chosen … Read More
The Power of Delegation: Learning to Get More Done Through Other People
Effective delegation is one of those key skills that every pastor must learn…over and over and over. (Unfortunately it’s one that they don’t teach you in seminary.) I have an extended resource on this (see more on that below), but first I want to give you a simple overview of this process and inspire you to get better at this … Read More
The Art of Listening
Today’s blog comes to us from my friend and fellow church growth strategist, Dr. Gary McIntosh. Gary is Professor of Christian Ministry and Leadership at Talbot School of Theology, and author of over 20 books and 100 articles on church growth, leadership, evangelism and pastoral ministry. Gary will also be joining me this summer as a keynote speaker at the … Read More
How to Deal with Criticism – FREE Ebook Today
Regardless of your church’s denomination, style or size, there’s one thing that you and I have in common… Every one of us deals with criticism from time to time. Criticism is a reality for those of us called into church leadership. You may have had 50 compliments about Sunday’s message, but that ONE critical comment is the only one you remember come … Read More
Like the Oak – A Saturday Quote
“A Christian is not of hasty growth, like a mushroom, but rather like the oak, the progress of which is hardly perceptible, but, in time, becomes a great deep-rooted tree.” – John Newton, 1776
Happy 4th of July!
I wanted to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Happy 4th of July weekend! I’m truly grateful to be a small part of your ministry and look forward to serving you for many years in the future. Hope you enjoy this day celebrating our nation’s independence with those close to you! Your partner in ministry, Nelson P.S. Don’t … Read More
Church Systems: Getting Back to Basics
All churches are made up of the same exact systems, even though we may view and utilize them in slightly different ways based on our individual calls to ministry. The question isn’t whether or not these systems are in place, but whether or not they are being maximized. The eight systems of every church are interconnected. While some may be … Read More