The pastor who built your last decade of ministry success is probably the wrong hire for your next decade. This isn't a criticism of faithful … [Read more...] about Structuring Your Church for Tomorrow
Before You Make a Plan, Name the Pain
The rural congregation represented 130 years of history in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, with about 150 active members. Its leadership agreed … [Read more...] about Before You Make a Plan, Name the Pain
Organizational Pitfalls That Keep Churches Stuck
A veteran airline pilot once told me, “Even the most advanced aircraft won’t go anywhere without regular course corrections.” The same is true of … [Read more...] about Organizational Pitfalls That Keep Churches Stuck
Facing Reality: Visioning for Your Church’s Future
Denial is not just a river in Egypt. It’s one of those quotes that isn’t in the Bible but should be. The human capacity for denying reality … [Read more...] about Facing Reality: Visioning for Your Church’s Future
Discernment Is Not a Task—It’s a Spiritual Muscle
Church leaders today are navigating a rapidly changing world. The next ten years will bring new challenges, complex decisions, and spiritual … [Read more...] about Discernment Is Not a Task—It’s a Spiritual Muscle
From Dream to Reality: The Power of Vision Paired with Action
In 2013, renowned futurist Daniel Burrus captivated the internet with his thought-provoking column, “Why Martin Luther King, Jr. Did NOT Say, ‘I … [Read more...] about From Dream to Reality: The Power of Vision Paired with Action
