You’re invited to sign up now for a brand new FREE Zoom training this Tuesday where you’ll discover 6 quick ways to overcome the pull of “average” — and pastor with a healthier, more impactful approach to ministry. It’s a 60-minute training that is timely to meet today’s challenges! I suggest you reserve your seat ASAP — space is limited to just … Read More
6 Reasons Why People Leave Your Church (Half Off Labor Day Sale)
This Sunday you will probably face an issue that weighs heavily on all us as pastors – empty chairs and the frustration of seeing people who were there last week not return this week. It hurts to even talk about someone leaving the church we lead. When it happens, we don’t know what to do and what to not do. … Read More
Senior Pastor Success Story – July’s Renegade Pastor of the Month
A Renegade Pastor is someone who has abandoned average in favor of excellence. He is a rebel with a purpose – someone who rises up against resistance, mediocrity and conformity. And he is a hard worker, but knows how to work efficiently and manage his time for maximum benefit. Today we’re celebrating our Renegade Pastors – with special accolades to … Read More
Why we MUST raise up new Worship Leaders
Do you remember when you first accepted the call to lead worship? Jason Hatley here (Pastor of Worship Arts @ The Journey and Founder of WorshipLeaderInsights.com). For me, it was 21 years ago this month that I said, “Yes!” to the call to ministry. Apart from my decision to follow Jesus at age 9, no other single decision in my life has had … Read More
Systems Boot Camp – Early Bird is 12 Days Away!
We all know Early Birds reap the rewards – and my Boot Camp is no exception. I don’t want you to miss this LIVE event, and miss out on the opportunity to truly transform your ministry. But I also don’t want you to miss out on savings of $300! (read on) If you’re serious about accelerating church growth this year, … Read More
It’s Our 8th Anniversary!
Just as our young church in New York City was breaking through the 500 barrier, I received a call asking me to teach the Church Planting track at Rick Warren’s annual May conference. I was humbled and excited… not sure if I could do it, but I said “yes.” The conference was to be six hours over three days and I … Read More
41 Years Old Today – My Birthday Gift to You
Today is my 41st birthday and I’ve spent some time in recent days reflecting over the past 12 months. I am passionate about helping pastors like you fulfill your calling. And one of the great avenues for that this year has been my new Renegade Pastors Network. In fact, it’s hard to believe how quickly it’s taken off and how … Read More
One Powerful Question for Making Changes (From Guest Blogger, Gabe Kolstad)
After coaching over 1,200 Senior Pastors since 2006, I take great pleasure in seeing how God is using those pastors and their leadership to impact His Kingdom. One such pastor is Gabe Kolstad, a multi-time Advanced Coaching Alumni and Senior Pastor of Westside Community Church in Beaverton, Oregon. I’ve asked him to share a series of posts in the coming … Read More
Join Renegade Pastors Network for my Interview with Lance Witt (Author of “Replenish”) – TOMORROW!
I have a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT for you! By now you’ve probably heard me talk about my new Renegade Pastors Network – it focuses on leadership, advanced planning, avoiding ‘average’ and personal growth, plus there’s no long term commitment and the investment more than pays for itself. Today is the right day to become a Renegade Pastor and here’s why… Joining … Read More
Are you looking for favor? – A Saturday Quote
“Fortune favors the audacious.” — Desiderius Erasmus, Theologian