What do you read? I am amazed at the number of pastors I have met over the years who have never cultivated the habit of reading. I have known pastors who, apart from reading the books... Read More »
It is January 2nd and no doubt many of you are getting into the office after a hectic and exciting couple of weeks. You have made it through one more advent season – Christmas... Read More »
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 »
One of the things I always reminded myself of every year as I sat down with leadership to plan the next year’s ministry calendar was that the church needs to be relentless about... Read More »
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 »
Good reading habits are essential for good preaching. Reading is a part of our life and our calling. Here are a few ideas to help you cultivate good reading habits.
The first thing I... Read More »
This week we are looking at minding the details—caring for the little things that can make such a difference in the strength of a ministry. Today we add two final areas where... Read More »
This week we are looking at minding the details—caring for the little things that can make such a difference in the strength of a ministry. Yesterday we saw the details of... Read More »
There are many small items in church life,
some of which go unnoticed but matter –
let’s smile at some and take some seriously!
I often smile as I say that there is a... Read More »
Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to
this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make
money.” Why, you do not even know what will... Read More »