Church Leadership

Where Have All the Deacons Gone? (Part 2 or 3)

Part 2 of 3: Who to Select and How They Should Function — Four scriptural texts help shape our understanding . . .

Reverse the Course

In the Aftermath of Several High-Profile Leadership Failures . . . 5 Strategies to Protect the Integrity of the Church

Investing in Leadership

During COVID-19, church leaders experienced change, loss, and pain. Those who remained steadfast in their approach by setting goals and persevering ultimately made it through.

Why Are Christian Leaders Falling?

Look After My Sheep . . . and You’re a Sheep Too!

The Pastor’s Most Rewarding Ministry

The High Call of Preaching

5 Ministry Lessons (to Save You from Heartache)

Elders Who Disciple: One Key to an Effective Church

Where Have All the Deacons Gone? (Part 1 of 3)

Part 1 of 3: What Deacons Are and Do — To some, the term "deacon" is a signpost of an outdated model of ministry. Let's reexamine the biblical…

First Lady

The title “first lady” instantly brings to my mind images of Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, and Melania Trump. But in many churches of Christ and Christian churches, the…

The Elder’s Role in Leading Through Conflict

A primary responsibility among leaders should be to successfully handle conflict and the disunity it can so easily create.

50 Years of Leadership Lessons

In over 50 years in ministry, here are some things I have learned about leading a church or any other organization.

Lame Ideas Can Lead to Healing Ideas

Have you ever excitedly run your flag up the flagpole of ideas, only to have nobody salute? It’s not a pleasant experience.

2|42 Community Church Calls New Senior Pastor

Tony Johnson has been called as senior pastor of 2|42 Community Church, succeeding founding pastor David Dummitt and preparing to lead the Michigan multisite congregation.