Solo pastors, whether full- or part-time, lead 56% of American churches, according to the 2015 National Congregations Study by Duke University researchers. Leading a church alone presents obvious challenges, as well as unexpected opportunities. Gary L. McIntosh examines both in … Continue reading The Solo Pastor | Book Review
Rod Wilson believes three short statements have power to change the world: “Thank you!” “I’m sorry!” And “Tell me more!” These statements are ways all people, but especially Christians, can live out the meaning of Jesus’ Great Commandment. “How we … Continue reading Thank You. I’m Sorry. Tell Me More. | Book Review
Rod Wilson believes three short statements have power to change the world: “Thank you!” “I’m sorry!” And “Tell me more!” These statements are ways all people, but especially Christians, can live out the meaning of Jesus’ Great Commandment. “How we relate … Continue reading Thank You. I’m Sorry. Tell Me More. | Influence Podcast
“If you think you are leading, but no one is following,” says John Maxwell, “then you are only taking a walk.” Leadership is not positional, in other words — at least not merely. Nor can it be reduced to professional … Continue reading Impact | Book Review
A few weeks ago, I made a radical decision regarding social media. I was headed out the door for summer vacation but found myself in a bad mood because of Facebook arguments about the outrage du jour. Not wanting to … Continue reading Joy vs. the BUMMER Machine | Influence Magazine
“Sometimes to follow in the footsteps of Jesus is to walk away from others or to let them walk away from us.” That’s what Gary Thomas writes in his new, When to Walk Away, published this past Tuesday by Zondervan. … Continue reading How to Walk Away from Toxic People | Influence Podcast
In this episode of the Influence Podcast, I talk to Josh Wellborn about what churches can do to reach and retain young people. His vision can be summarized in two words: relationship and discipleship. Take a listen! Continue reading How to Reach and Retain Youth in Your Church | Influence Podcast
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