Some call it a battle. Others a wrestling match. Let’s go with something a bit less confrontational and call it a challenge that will impact whether … [Read more...] about Will you live out of your memories or your imaginations?
Four Traps for Clergy and their New Congregation
In a recent conversation, a minister asked me what I thought were the major traps that most often snared ministers when they moved to a new … [Read more...] about Four Traps for Clergy and their New Congregation
Everyone Needs to Go to Arabia
One of the pressing concerns of 21st century individual and congregational spiritual life is the question of depth. To be blunt, there isn’t much. … [Read more...] about Everyone Needs to Go to Arabia
What are you hearing in the churches?
My colleague Bob Dale often asks me a simple question: “Bill, what are we hearing out there in the churches?” He knows that every week members of our … [Read more...] about What are you hearing in the churches?
Are you living on the right side of Easter?
Easter changes everything. Like no other part of the Christian faith, the story of Easter is at the heart of what makes our faith unique and … [Read more...] about Are you living on the right side of Easter?
Holding Your Staff Accountable
Whenever I have an opportunity, I suggest that the starting point for bringing health and effectiveness to a church’s ministerial staff is the … [Read more...] about Holding Your Staff Accountable
Jesus on Strategic Visioning
Building a congregation’s life around a clear vision and purpose is an easy thing to believe in. Aligning that purpose with biblical teaching and … [Read more...] about Jesus on Strategic Visioning
Is your church making you healthy or sick?
When our grandson was 10 months old, he underwent a medical emergency. His immune system was compromised and his body was under assault from an … [Read more...] about Is your church making you healthy or sick?
Creatively Outrageous Congregations
I recently heard an interview with George Lois, a leader in the advertising world in the 1950’s who helped revolutionize the industry. His innovations … [Read more...] about Creatively Outrageous Congregations