Nancy Beach, Programming Director of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago, explains the importance of those who play a hosting role in church service. It’s all part of delivering an exceptional welcome experience. Whether you watch Matt and Savannah and Al in the mornings…or some other morning show crew, you may feel as I do – that these hosts become … Read More
A Few Sincere Words – A Saturday Quote
“You never know when a moment and a few sincere words can have an impact on life.” – Zig Ziglar
Flash Sale – Half Off Sermons
Today’s your opportunity to save big AND get ahead on your preaching calendar for this year! This week we are celebrating preaching following the final showing of our largest-ever Planning Your 2015 Preaching Calendar webinar. Since so many of you are now in preaching planning mode, I wanted to give you another New Year’s boost: Half Off Sermons Flash Sale … Read More
Quotes of the Week – Best of Twitter
Reminders of the power of language from Nelson Words are a gift from God. You and I have a responsibility to use them well. The way you speak to your kids now is likely the way they will speak to their own kids in 25 years. Be intentional. As you grow more aware of the way you use language, you … Read More
Q&A: Organization Tips for the New Year
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 wanted to share a question I received from a member of my Executive Pastors Coaching Network, a pastor from Moline, IL. Q: “Hello Kerrick, my greatest weakness is organization, and I have … Read More
Final Replay – 2015 Preaching Calendar Webinar
Did you miss it? You can plan your 2015 preaching calendar with me. This week, you’re invited to join me for my “Planning Your 2015 Preaching Calendar” webinar – a ONE TIME ONLY replay. Miss it now and it’s gone forever. The first one starts TOMORROW, January 13th at 11 a.m Eastern. And if you can’t make it, there are convenient … Read More
Inherent Power of Words – A Saturday Quote
“Words have an inherent power, a force capable of lighting one’s paths and horizons. Used correctly and positively, words are the first building blocks for success and inner peace. Used incorrectly and negatively, they are capable of undermining even the best of intentions.” – Stephen R. Covey
2015 Preaching Calendar Webinar – 6 New Times!
In case you missed what is now my most highly attended webinar – “Planning Your 2015 Preaching Calendar” – you have another opportunity next week! Thanks to an overwhelming response, I have opened up 6 more sessions – but hurry, before these also fill up! The first one starts January 13th at 11 a.m Eastern. And if you can’t make it, there are … Read More
My NEW Book – Tongue Pierced (Plus Bonuses This Week!)
Words have the power to create our atmosphere, to shape our thinking and determine our actions. Foul language, curses and negative words have harmful consequences while well-chosen words bring life. How often do you think about the words you use every day? My hope is that in the New Year you will take a closer look and uncover the power … Read More
The Power of Words, to Build or to Tear Down
Happy New Year to you! I have some exciting news to share with you – my new book just launched Jan 1, titled Tongue Pierced: How the Words You Speak Transform the Life You Live. Check out this recent article from Publishers Weekly by Kathleen Samuelson – and read the PS below for details on how you can pick up … Read More