Church Leaders Update Archives

By following this model, or your own inspired version, you will memorably honor the importance of Good Friday’s place in relation to Easter.

Sometimes a church has to get to that point–rock bottom, nowhere to go but up–before the people are willing to change how they do things. What you...

The holiday visitors are those who have a membership or familial attachment to the church, but for whatever reason do not regularly attend other...

Knowing the difference in tithes and offerings will free you up to cheerfully give the right amount at the right time.

Historically, circles (small groups) and rows (Sunday School) have battled over discipleship in the church. Each has similar goals with different...

One of the most common stereotypes about the church is that you are supposed to dress nicely. We have a phrase for it: wear your "Sunday best." But...

It’s important that, whether we’re in a position of leadership or not, we avoid the temptation to compare ourselves to those who have been set...

We have sat with somber, heavy hearts after hearing the words of all Johnny Depp endured through his marriage to Amber Heard. The trial between him...

The problem with most bad teaching is there is usually a measure of truth in it. That’s why it is hard to discern. As Spurgeon said, discernment is...

In the Book of Acts 2:42-47, we see 7 characteristics (you may find more) that made the church of that day a powerhouse in their community. We may...

Some Christians who profess great faith in God still struggle to maintain a consistent attendance at any local church.

It's great to get close with people, but it's not helpful to close others off in the process. Here are five radical perspectives to break down...

We have seen the embrace of celebrity culture in the church, where the pastor is viewed as this extraordinary individual, such as a superstar or a...

Grief always goes somewhere. And we have had plenty to grieve within the last couple of years. Thankfully God has not left us without a way to deal...

Here are just five ways we subconsciously make worship about us, and how to get our focus back on the One to whom it’s due.