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The Day My Prom Date Fell Through (Dealing with the Unexpected!)

“I’m not going to the prom with you,” she said.  In that moment I felt like every cell in my body was about to…

Have You Ever Wanted To Get Better At Preaching?

Here’s what I know: We ALL feel like we can get better at preaching!!! I’ve never met a pastor or leader who felt like they…

Three Things Your Church Must Do In Order To Be Able To Grow

#1 - Clarify Your Vision The more clear and specific the vision is, the more people can rally behind it.   #2 - Unify Your…

Your Church CAN Grow—And Can Help!

"The Church is in a crisis!"   "Only 5% of churches are experiencing healthy growth!"   "Millennials are leaving…

Three Things That Hold Most Churches Back From Experiencing Growth

Nearly every church leader I've ever met really does want their church to experience growth; however, there are times when we seem to…

Are You Ready To Shatter The Next Growth Barrier In Your Church?

Is your church stuck and can't seem to break through a particular growth barrier?   Are you growing increasingly frustrated…

Is Your Church Ready For Easter?

Easter is a month away - and is always one of the most highly attended services for churches in the US... ...the question is... ...is…

The Difference In Leaders Who Make A Difference…

The difference in the leaders who are making the biggest difference is... ...not a particular brand of theology... ...not denominational…

How Do I Alleviate Financial Stress From My Life As A Leader

Not a single one of us woke up this morning and prayed for more stress in our ministry.   However, it seems more often than not…

T-Mobile, Verizon & The Struggle With Customer Service

(Warning - this is a bit of a rant + a leadership lesson or two!) Anyone ever have issues with their cell phone?   Several months…

Eight Things That Will Increase Giving In Your Church!

#1- Going to www.fiveminutegivingincrease.com and signing up for the four FREE videos I produced (they are around five minutes a piece…

7 Reasons People Do Not Give In Church

As I have studied people and church culture (and asked TONS of questions) - I've discovered seven reasons why people do not give today…