Conflict in General

Conflict in General

It’s a fact of life that wherever two or three are gathered together, there will be conflict. Below are some general principles about conflict that have worked well in the... Read More »
Rules of Engagement

Rules of Engagement

Conflict happens. But there is something proactive that we as pastors can do. We can do some mood management to promote joy and grace as centerpieces of the church. See what you think... Read More »
Part 2 – Planning the Church Calendar

Part 2 – Planning the Church Calendar

Much of what goes into the church calendar is basic. It must be scheduled—worship services, youth groups, kids’ classes, Adult Bible Fellowships (or whatever you call Christian ed... Read More »

Planning the Church Calendar

When we plan our church calendar, it’s important to think about the events of each month. These dates are significant, for they are the outgrowth of the church goals. Set Church... Read More »
Christmas in the Letters (part 2)

Christmas in the Letters (part 2)

On Wednesday, we introduced the idea of preaching Christmas messages from the epistles, and we suggested two passages. Today we continue that thought with two other passages that can... Read More »
Christmas in the Letters

Christmas in the Letters

Luke 2 is a spectacular chapter to craft into a Christmas series. I know many people who have spent the entire month of December preaching on the incarnation of Christ by working... Read More »
Special Events and Special Places

Special Events and Special Places

Most of us will have an opportunity to lead in prayer at a public gathering. Many of us feel guilty or like a compromiser when we do not close our prayer, “in Jesus’ name.” The... Read More »
Preaching on Special Days

Preaching on Special Days

Mother’s Day: In most churches, Mother’s Day is second in the list of most-attended Sundays. You won’t want to skip honoring mothers on this day. We can at least bring thoughts... Read More »
Sermons for Special Occasions

Sermons for Special Occasions

There is nothing in the Bible that tells us what to preach on Easter or Christmas, not to mention when we are invited to speak to a Rotary or Kiwanis Club. Yet even though there are no... Read More »
Vision Set in Motion

Vision Set in Motion

The following are some of the visions I’ve seen in my years as a pastor and consultant. To grow a church that majors on reaching unbelievers and lapsed churchgoers, with special... Read More »