November 3, 2026
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A Voice from Long Ago
After 42 years of ministry, LeRoy Johnson wondered whether his work had made a lasting difference. Then an unexpected phone call from a woman he had known as…
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…
Confronting Burnout in the Ministry (Part 2)
Pastoral burnout need not be accepted as part of ministry. Daniel Sherman offers practical strategies for confronting exhaustion, restoring healthy ministry rhythms, and addressing six specific causes of…
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.
Surviving Ministry Means Knowing Ourselves
Pastoral ministry brings extraordinary rewards—and significant wounds. Rob McCord explores four questions that can help pastors understand themselves, protect their spiritual health, process pain, and lead with humility.
What Do You Say about Church Music?
Why does worship music provoke such strong reactions? Randy Gariss explores heart language, group identity, personal preference, and the call to Christian maturity and unity when churches gather…
Interview with Alicia Ellis Crumpton
Alicia Crumpton shares how a career in consulting led to Christian higher education and the Center for Global Studies, a cooperative program equipping leaders for international and cross-cultural…
Externally Focused AND Evangelistic?
Christian Standard leaders discuss how churches can unite evangelism and community service, building credibility through consistent outreach while keeping disciple-making and gospel proclamation at the heart of their…
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.
How a Good Team Is Getting Better
Barton Shaw reflects on how prayer, vulnerability, and stronger personal relationships helped the elders of Eastview Christian Church grow closer as a team and become better equipped to…
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.
A Young Minister’s Heartbreak
Jon Weece reflects on fatigue, discouragement, conflict, and generational divides in church leadership—and the love, humility, shared burdens, and multigenerational relationships needed for long-term ministry.
First Voice
Dan Schantz recalls preaching his first sermon at age 15 and shares three ways congregations can encourage young preachers through opportunities, specific feedback, and gentle correction.
My Top 10 Reasons for Staying Put
Steve Reeves shares 10 reasons for staying in one congregation long-term, from family stability and deeper relationships to spiritual growth, community credibility, and faithful leadership.
