November 10, 2026
It Went Beyond The Cross
Lonetta McKee
Leadership Development
More in Leadership Development
How Do You Define Your Leadership? Jeff Faull
Jeff Faull explains why following Christ and standing firm are essential to faithful leadership. Drawing on his ministry experience and 1 Timothy 4, he explores personal devotion, perseverance,…
How Do You Define Your Leadership? Mike Crull
Mike Crull reflects on servant leadership and accountability, explaining how leading by example, clarifying expectations, building dependable systems, and practicing personal responsibility contribute to effective and trustworthy church…
How Do You Define Your Leadership? Tom Claibourne
What does effective church leadership look like? Tom Claibourne shares 29 signs of healthy leadership, from inspiring others and communicating biblical truth to developing future leaders and following…
How Do You Define Your Leadership? Gene Appel
Gene Appel shares his approach to visionary church leadership, explaining how collaboration with elders, strategic planning, measurable goals, and intentional leadership development help turn a shared vision into…
Focusing on Under-40 Leaders
In 2013, Christian Standard invited nominations of influential young church leaders age 40 or younger. Mark A. Taylor explained the selection criteria, submission requirements, and plans to recognize…
The Power of No
Kent E. Fillinger explores seven decisions church leaders must make, explaining how saying no to distractions, unhealthy commitments, and ineffective initiatives creates space for focused, responsible, and intentional…
The 3 R’s to Launching & Landing in Ministry
Launching a ministry is exciting, but sustaining it takes more than vision. Susan Lawrence challenges leaders to rethink their responsibilities, invest in relationships, and guide ministry initiatives from…
Reading for Enrichment: Find This Book and Read It! (Part 9)
Marshall Hayden reflects on the rewards of reading broadly and shares leadership books he wishes he had discovered earlier, offering valuable insights for ministers seeking to build stronger,…
Leaders Are Readers
Effective Christian leaders are readers. Mark A. Taylor explores why books, thoughtful resources, and lifelong learning strengthen preaching, teaching, and ministry—and why the next generation of church leaders…
Surprise!
What surprises church leaders most? Eddie Lowen shares 10 practical lessons about healthy teams, church growth, leadership decisions, evaluation, and spiritual passion that can help ministers lead with…
Producing the Next Generation of Elders
Churches need elders who intentionally prepare the next generation to lead. John Ashenfelter examines how prayer, biblical character, leadership development, and succession can help congregations remain strong for…
It”s All About the Mission
What makes an effective leader? Mark A. Taylor reflects on an unexpected lesson in humility, character, mission, and why lasting leadership depends on more than charisma.
Willing to Lead
Tim Tebow, Marcus Buckingham, and Andy Stanley challenge common leadership myths at the 2012 Leadercast, showing how influence, individual strengths, and navigating uncertainty shape effective leaders.
What Would Bubba Do?
Using Masters champion Bubba Watson as an example, Eddie Lowen challenges church leaders to embrace thoughtful risks, courageous leadership, and a willingness to move their congregations forward.
Strategies to De-stress Leadership
Church leadership brings unavoidable stress and competing priorities. Sheila S. Hudson uses the lesson of putting the “big rocks” first to explore acceptance, surrender, self-care, and re-creation.
