Back in the 90’s I had the privilege of being a youth pastor at two different churches. It is where I cut my Christian leadership teeth. After witnessing the behaviors of thousands of teenagers and raising one myself, I have observed the following 10 Practices Of Highly Effective Teenage Christian Leaders: Highly Effective Teenage Christian […]
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The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 23rd
Average is overrated. Leaders are dedicated to personal growth. They want to continually get better. The responsibilities of leadership demand they do so. Christian leaders, in particular, know if they get better so will their church. If you want your church or your personal leadership to go to another level, if you want to be […]
10 Keys To Having Great Conversations With Pastors
As a member of INJOY Stewardship Solutions, I speak to pastors for a living. It is a humbling role because of the high calling and responsibility which comes with serving God’s bride on a daily basis. After a great conversation today, I took time to break down the elements as to why my time with […]
New FREE Ebook – Skinny Jeans And A Tattoo Does Not Make You A Leader
“Skinny jeans and a tattoo does not make you a leader!” – Christine Caine from Catalyst ’14 As a member of INJOY Stewardship Solutions, I have the privilege of attending some of the greatest Christian conferences possible. During the second half of 2014, several events among others stood out. Therefore, I am proud to announce my […]
10 Christian Women Bloggers You Should Be Reading In 2015
There are several Christian women bloggers who I read regularly. They expand my thinking, expose my blind spots, and make me a better leader. The following are 10 Christian Women Bloggers You Should Be Reading In 2015, listed in alphabetical order. This group will make you a better leader as well. Jenni Catron – Jenni is one of the […]
7 Practices Of Highly Effective Church Volunteers
I was reflecting this past week about the practices of highly effective church volunteers. The conversation caused me to go back 38 years and remember the incredible impact a man named Lenis Black had on my life. Before reading the 7 practices I learned from Mr. Black, make sure you sign up for the FREE online conference […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 9th
Leadership is full of land mines. It is full of places where mistakes can be made and opportunities missed. Leadership has much treacherous ground which needs to be successfully navigated. So you must equip yourself. The following posts will help all leaders avoid the traps so many leaders fall into. These thoughts will make […]
The Top 12 Reasons Christians Do Not Share Their Faith Online
If you are a regular reader of this site you know MAG Bookkeeping, led by Bryan and Shannon Miles, is one of favorite organizations. The reason is because Bryan and Shannon are two of my favorite Christian leaders. If you are a pastor or Christian leader, make sure you click HERE or on the image to […]
Two Surprising Areas Many Pastors And Church Leaders Are Least Trusted
Trust is a fragile. Trust is the foundation of all healthy relationships. Trust takes a lifetime to build but can be lost at a moment in time. You cannot grow a church without trust. When you talk about trust or distrust with pastors and church leaders, it almost always falls into two categories – sex […]
15 Keys To Growing A Small Or Mid-Sized Church
I have never met a pastor or church leader who did not say they wanted their church to grow. On the other hand, I have met hundreds of pastors and church leaders whose actions indicated they were not willing to implement the changes needed to grow. With the large majority of churches in America plateaued […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of March 2nd
People are dying for hope and inspiration. They want to do something great with their one and only lives. People want to stretch and go to a higher level. They just need someone to lead them. Therefore, you should bookmark these posts and re-visit them often. They will help you lead your people to do […]
The Top 10 Leadership Posts I Read The Week Of February 23rd
The greatest leadership taking place in the world today is at local churches. This is because pastors and church leaders face opposition the marketplace often does not face (Satan) and they lead volunteer armies. If you are in church leadership and want to get better, read the posts below. They are relevant and will allow […]