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megachurch executive pastors
Church Leadership

An Interview with Melissa Sandel and Rob Kastens

Megachurch executive pastors Melissa Sandel and Rob Kastens discuss the challenges of their roles and lessons they wish they had learned earlier in this Christian Standard interview from…

Christian Standard · July 15, 2016
finding your calling to ministry
Church Leadership

Full Circle

Raymond Bodley shares how a young soldier named Larry discovered his gifts, grew through a congregation in Germany, and eventually followed a calling into worship leadership and international…

Raymond Bodley · July 15, 2016
why pastors need rest
Church Leadership

Give Yourself a Break

Jim Tune explains why pastors and other hardworking people need regular rest, Sabbath, and vacations. Drawing on Christopher Ash's Zeal Without Burnout, he explores the importance of accepting…

Jim Tune · July 13, 2016
recommended sermons for Christians
Church Leadership

The Best Sermon I’ve Ever Heard (12)

Four emerging ministry leaders recommend sermons on emotions, tragedy, homosexuality, and missional living. Arron Chambers shares their selections and explains why these messages have made a lasting impression.

Arron Chambers · July 7, 2016
measuring success in ministry
Church Leadership

Ministry Success

What really counts as success in ministry? Jim Tune challenges conventional measures of achievement and explores why character, spiritual health, family, friendships, and equipping others matter more than…

Jim Tune · July 6, 2016
signs of a healthy church
Church Leadership

Watching for Signs of Church Health

What are the signs of a healthy church? Explore three essential indicators—congregational unity, evangelism, and discipleship—and discover how elders can evaluate ministry effectiveness and encourage spiritual growth.

Michael C. Mack · July 1, 2016
leadership lessons from Half Dome
Church Leadership

Climbing Half Dome

Stephen B. Bond shares five leadership lessons from Half Dome after a challenging climb with his church's elder team, exploring flexibility, challenging goals, teamwork, perseverance, and the importance…

Stephen B. Bond · July 1, 2016
hope for the future of the church
Church Leadership

A Better Story

Jim Tune compares Walt Disney's optimistic Tomorrowland with the challenges facing today's churches, reflecting on the 2016 North American Christian Convention and why the story of Jesus offers…

Jim Tune · June 22, 2016
avoiding over-leading in church leadership
Church Leadership

Leadership Reincarnated

Can strong leadership become too much? Eddie Lowen explores seven warning signs of over-leading and explains why healthy church leaders must recognize limitations, protect their teams, and know…

Eddie Lowen · June 6, 2016
church vision vs hallucination
Church Leadership

Perfectly Executing the Wrong Vision

Can a church execute its strategy perfectly and still pursue the wrong mission? Jim Tune challenges leaders to distinguish God-centered vision from personal ambition and reconsider the place…

Jim Tune · June 1, 2016
minister financial struggles
Church Leadership

It’s Time to Talk About Money

Financial pressure can drive ministers away from their calling. Mark A. Taylor examines research on pastoral debt, compensation, health care, and retirement while offering practical steps churches can…

Mark A. Taylor · May 31, 2016
church and college partnerships for ministry
Church Leadership

Degrees of Change

Jennifer Johnson explores how churches and Christian colleges collaborate through internships, online learning, leadership institutes, and degree programs to equip future ministry leaders and expand opportunities for practical…

Jennifer Johnson · May 30, 2016
North Boulevard School of Christian Thought
Church Leadership

Church Fulfilling Its Vision to Go Deeper

Jennifer Johnson explores how North Boulevard Church of Christ launched its School of Christian Thought, offering discipleship mentorships, accredited college coursework, and educational opportunities for homeschool families through…

Jennifer Johnson · May 28, 2016
Ozark Christian College sermon recommendations
Church Leadership

The Best Sermon I’ve Ever Heard (11)

Four Ozark Christian College students share memorable sermons by Judah Smith, A.W. Tozer, Dave Smith, and John Kehrer, explaining how these messages shaped their understanding of grace, the…

Arron Chambers · May 27, 2016
weight of church leadership
Church Leadership

The Weight of Leadership

Tim Harlow reflects on the weight of pastoral leadership through Moses' experiences, offering five lessons about shared responsibility, leadership fatigue, personal limits, and preparing the next generation of…

Tim Harlow · May 23, 2016
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