Church Leaders Update Archives

This is a blog with a very specific audience. I know it may exclude some of you, but it may be healthy for you to eavesdrop. I don’t know how...

Even seemingly innocent day-to-day interactions with youth can lead to unspeakable dangers—for the youth and for the viability of your ministry.

Did you know that statistically 1 in 5 women and 1 in 20 men are harboring a secret? They were sexually abused as children.

I wish that churches prepared for every weekend like Easter weekend.

Why does God discipline us? Here are 4 reasons.

Worship leaders, sometimes we’re just not with you. But take note. Talk show host Jimmy Fallon can teach you some important points about helping us...

Use these free resources as you prepare sermons and Bible studies.

This is not just an American issue but I live here so I will talk about what I know.

I was talking with a church recently that had explosive growth, but things have slowed. They wanted to know why they were not growing any longer....

Why do people give? That’s easy. They give from the heart, to vision.

The assumption that bigger is better pervades the church leadership culture. What if that’s the wrong tack?

Countless selfless clergy couples run to the side of others in need to give God’s love. Here's how to love them in return!

One of the most frequent questions I get from fellow pastors has to do with hiring (and firing) staff. As in how do you know who to hire? When do...

Church is a quirky thing. I love the Church and yet I have wrestled with the Church...especially when it comes to being single.

What are the indicators of an unhealthy church? Here are a few sure signs to be watchful for when it comes to unhealthy church bodies.