What If Leaving a Ministry Is Part of Obeying God?
What If Leaving a Ministry Is Part of Obeying God? There are moments when staying feels like the right thing to do.Moments when we tell ourselves, “God brought me here, so I should stay here.”And without realizing it, we confuse obedience with attachment. Calling with permanence. Faithfulness with burnout.But what if obedience doesn’t always mean […]
Is Affinity Enough to Build a Great Team?
Is Affinity Enough to Build a Great Team? There’s an idea that sneaks into many team conversations: “If we get along, we’ll work well together.” It sounds logical. But is it always true? What happens when the personal chemistry is missing, but the mission is still shared?Sometimes, what holds a team back isn’t a lack […]
How a Meeting Can Save Your Team
How a Meeting Can Save Your Team When a team starts to lose connection, it almost never happens all at once. It shows up in the details: short replies, decisions made by just a few, meetings where a lot is said but little is actually communicated. And without realizing it, the team that once operated […]
All Church Growth Begins with Good Leadership
All Church Growth Begins with Good Leadership Why is leadership in the church key to growth? When we talk about healthy church growth, we often think of strategies, programs, or resources. But what truly sustains and propels a church is its people, and especially its leaders. Without firm, committed leadership that is sensitive to God’s […]
5 Phrases That Harm Mental Health at Work (and What to Say Instead)
5 Phrases That Harm Mental Health at Work (and What to Say Instead) Mental health at work isn’t just about how many hours someone works — it’s about the emotional environment we build every day. And while many organizations are starting to talk about mental well-being, certain expressions and attitudes remain normalized and, without realizing […]
Starting a New Pastoral Role? How to Avoid Sabotaging Your Leadership from Day One
Starting a New Pastoral Role? How to Avoid Sabotaging Your Leadership from Day One Stepping into the leadership of a ministry team can be both exciting and terrifying. You have the opportunity to impact, serve, and guide others—but you can also, unintentionally, create resistance, distrust, or even division.Many well-meaning leaders make mistakes in their first […]
Church with No Social Impact: How to Regain Relevance in the Community
Church with No Social Impact: How to Regain Relevance in the Community In many towns and cities, the church has gone from being a key player in community life to what some call a closed club with no social impact. When the congregation focuses exclusively on its internal activities, it loses the ability to see […]
Generational Gap in the Church: How to Unite Young and Older Adults
Generational Gap in the Church: How to Unite Young and Older Adults One of the most silent yet persistent challenges in many congregations today is the generational gap in the church. While older adults want to preserve traditions, young people seek innovation and relevance. How can a faith community embrace its differences without falling apart? […]
Senior Pastor: What to Expect from Your Church’s Lead Pastor
Senior Pastor: What to Expect from Your Church’s Lead Pastor The Senior Pastor, also known as the lead pastor, plays a fundamental role in the life of a faith community. Whether you’re exploring this calling or looking to hire someone for this key position, understanding what to expect from this spiritual leader is essential. What […]
Are You Growing or Just Busy?
Are You Growing or Just Busy? It’s easy to confuse activity with progress. In the fast pace of work life—even within a purpose-driven team—we can feel productive simply because we’re busy. But the real question is: Are you growing or just busy?The difference between both states is profound. Constant busyness can feed the ego in […]