Leadership Development

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Listening to Lead

Heartfelt Leadership

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Advice for Emerging Leaders

Five Phrases Every Leader Must Say More Often

Five Ways an Optimistic Attitude Can Make You a Better Leader

The Three Biggest Challenges Facing Christian Leaders

What are the greatest challenges facing Christian leaders? Michael C. Mack shares three concerns raised by church leaders: personal pride, congregational apathy, and uncertainty about engaging culture without…

A Voice at the Table

Mark A. Taylor explores contrasting experiences of women in church leadership, examining subtle gender bias, workplace credibility, and why giving women leadership responsibilities does not always mean their…

Next Gen Preacher Search (Previewing the 2015 NACC)

Trevor DeVage recounts his unexpected calling to preach and introduces the 2015 NACC Next Gen Preacher Search, where 40 young finalists received mentoring and four would earn main-stage…

Your Church: a Boys Club?

Mark A. Taylor examines subtle gender bias in church leadership, drawing on workplace observations and women's ministry experiences to question unequal expectations, limited mentoring opportunities, and the persistence…

Six Things I’ve Learned about Leadership

What defines godly leadership? Mark A. Taylor explores biblical examples of humility, service, suffering, and Spirit-led strength, reminding Christian leaders that following Jesus must always come before leading…

”Don’t Touch” ”Think Straight”

Don Hinkle shares memorable ministry advice on protecting personal integrity, avoiding assumptions about people, and keeping a healthy perspective on ministry effectiveness through the wisdom of fellow ministers…

Even Leaders Need Forgiveness

Ken Idleman reflects on the worst leadership advice he ever received and explains why admitting mistakes, apologizing, and practicing humility are essential to building trust in Christian leadership.

Become a Better Leader with 50 Free Videos!

Discover how 50 free church leadership videos from the 2014 North American Christian Convention offered pastors and church leaders practical insights, encouragement, and opportunities for prayer, reflection, and…