“I have been driven many times upon my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had no where else to go. My own wisdom and that of all about me seemed insufficient for that day.” – Abraham Lincoln
Unchurched America: Half see no value in church
Today’s guest post comes to us from Cath Martin, writer for Christian Today. Cath presents some of the latest research findings on the unchurched by the Barna group. New research by the Barna group paints an interesting picture of those who are aware of the church and even think positively of the Christian faith, but who, for whatever reason, feel … Read More
Preaching Calendar Webinar – LAST CHANCE!
This is it – the last day of my brand new Planning Your 2015 Preaching Calendar webinar! You still have TWO FINAL OPPORTUNITIES today to join in – once at 11:00am ET and again at 2:00pm ET. This has been the largest webinar this year – you can still grab a spot if you act quickly. Again, this is the only week this event … Read More
NOW is the time – Planning an Effective Christmas Offering
If the latest Target commercial (and their store shelves for that matter) is any leading indicator – we’re officially in the holiday season! So are you prepared? I’m not talking about making your Christmas lists or even decorating for Christmas services. The real question is whether you’ve started preparing for your Christmas offering. Now, I know what you may be thinking: People’s … Read More
Preaching Calendar Webinar – Starts Today!
I still have space available for my brand new “Planning Your 2015 Preaching Calendar” and the first one is TODAY! I also have additional convenient times on Wednesday or Thursday. But don’t delay – space is limited and this is the only week this event is running! I don’t want you to miss out on this valuable training that will … Read More
The Art of Leadership – A Saturday Quote
“Leadership is the art of getting someone to do something you want done because he wants to do it.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower
Sleep is More Important Than Food
Today’s guest post is written by Tony Schwartz, president and CEO of The Energy Project and author of Be Excellent at Anything. Tony explains how adequate sleep is an integral part in our health, managing stress, and productivity. Let’s cut to the chase. Say you decide to go on a fast, and so you effectively starve yourself for a week. … Read More
Top 3 Growth Barriers – LIVE Workshop!
Big news: I’m heading out to the West Coast in 28 days . . . I’m excited to be leading a special Southern California event – the FREE Breaking the Top 3 Growth Barriers Workshop! I’d like to invite you to attend this FREE half-day event on Thursday, Dec. 4th in Orange County (Irvine, to be exact). Did I mention it’s … Read More
Limited Release! Church Marketing Workshop Recordings
If you couldn’t join me last month in Orlando for the brand new Church Marketing Workshop – you have another opportunity today to get growth-impacting, ministry-tranforming, evangelism-focused content that I shared! This was a one-time event and we drilled down into every aspect of church marketing – ALL the marketing tips, strategies and tactics that I’ve discovered and applied from over 25 years … Read More
New Webinar – Planning Your 2015 Preaching Calendar
Planning your preaching in advance can have a powerful impact on your ministry. Seems like simple enough concept, right? But I see this first hand every week – and with hundreds of pastors I have coached. When implemented, a preaching calendar can multiply your impact exponentially and maximize every message, every worship service, every Big Day to be the very best … Read More