Church Leadership

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The Softball Sermon

Voices from the Middle

What happens when church leaders embrace both sides of seemingly opposing ideas? Ben Cachiaras explores voices challenging conventional divisions in leadership, church growth, theology, and public life through…

Shades of Gray: Pursuing the Radical Center

Ben Cachiaras challenges Christian leaders to pursue the radical center, moving beyond polarized thinking to embrace biblical conviction, grace, and the powerful both/and approach modeled by Jesus.

The Pew Report: What Should We Do?

What should church leaders do about declining religious affiliation? Mark A. Taylor shares Kent Fillinger's challenge to strengthen discipleship, reach younger generations, and move beyond ministry comfort to…

Let’s Fight!

Conflict doesn't have to divide a church. Shan Caldwell explains how healthy disagreement, humility, and trust can strengthen leadership teams, build genuine unity, and help congregations stay focused…

The Myth of the Supreme Leader

What can Kim Jong-il's legendary golf achievements teach Christian leaders? Jim Tune explores the danger of manufactured perfection and why authentic leadership begins by acknowledging our humanity and…

We Need to Change . . . But What?

Church leaders know change is necessary, but where should they begin? Discover nine practical ways elders can gain fresh perspectives, evaluate their ministries, and identify meaningful opportunities for…

Measure Up

What should churches measure to determine ministry effectiveness? Dave Ferguson shares practical metrics for tracking discipleship, leadership development, generosity, outreach, and community impact while encouraging congregations to evaluate…

Explode Those Old Scoreboards

Is your church measuring what really matters? Dave Ferguson challenges traditional attendance and giving metrics, offering a new scoreboard focused on community impact, developing leaders, and multiplying churches…

The Most Consequential Church Trend in 2015 . . . and What to Do About It

Will Mancini examines declining church attendance in 2015 and offers three practical ways leaders can respond by simplifying programs, strengthening discipleship, and focusing on spiritual growth rather than…

Listening to Lead

Churches need change, but effective leaders know when to listen before acting. Mark A. Taylor explores how thoughtful leadership can honor experience, introduce innovation, and avoid unnecessary resistance.