Christmas is a wonderful time of year for both the church and the community. It’s a season that brings people together, softens our hearts, and lets the message of hope
The Christmas season is one of the most anticipated times of the year for churches everywhere. It’s a season rich with meaning, tradition, and the powerful message of Christ’s birth,
Does announcing something on Sunday morning translate into more participation?
Being a father is difficult and no earthly father (or father figure) is perfect. It would be one thing if everyone in our churches had perfect fathers and zero baggage,
Here’s a sentence that no pastor has ever uttered: “Our problem is that we have too many leaders.” Ha! It’s laughable to think that we’d ever have such a problem.
One of my favorite myths about leadership is that leaders get whatever they want. It literally makes me chuckle as I type it. Sure, there are times when leaders get
The year my first daughter turned 12 was a doozy. A lot was changing in her world, and it’s hard moving into adolescence. Not only was she entering into middle
Sometimes we can make things too complicated. That’s why it’s so important to be reminded of the basics. The story is told that legendary pro football coach Vince Lombardi would
Part of a leader’s job description is to make decisions. Of course, there’s more to pastoral leadership than decision-making: as pastors we’re caring for people, preparing and preaching sermons, counseling
Nobody opts-in to gravity. Gravity is part of reality. You don’t have to like it. You can wish it wasn’t there. You can try to fight against it. But gravity
Explore how sermons can be a part of healing from trauma by legitimizing a congregation’s suffering. This blog offers practical sermons and insights to help pastors address emotional struggles from
Want to make your church feel more like a tight-knit community? Our latest blog post gives you 10 awesome ways to do just that. From creating small study groups to
Maximize your impact with these top-tier Christmas sermon series and guides. Each one is about cherishing Jesus Christ, resting in his finished work, and anticipating his triumphant return.
When we trade our sunglass for sweaters, it’s time to welcome fall. We typically think about fall as a time for pumpkin spice and football, but fall also is a
Do Sunday mornings at your church feel scattered or disorganized? Do you feel like you’re constantly putting out fires or duct-taping solutions together “for now?” Maybe your desk is covered
As the pastor of a small church, there are probably many responsibilities you’re doing, not because you want to, but because you have to. Your church is still small. You
Every church has problems. They come in all shapes and sizes. That’s why episode 3 of the Hello Church! podcast is all about addressing the problems pastors of smaller churches
Whether you’re the new pastor of a small church or you’ve been the pastor for a while, leading your church through change isn’t always easy. Not only will you need
Are you frustrated trying to grow your small church? Maybe it feels as though you’ve hit a plateau, and no matter how hard you try, you can’t get past a
Life exists in seasons – so why shouldn’t your sermons? Summer Sermon series meet the community, the church, and the preacher in reality – Summer brings a distinct flavor and
Canva for churches is essential. Why? Quality-designed graphics are vital to enhancing the visual appeal and communication effectiveness within churches. As centers of worship and community engagement, churches often rely
While seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit is a must and the first step in preparing any sermon, many sermon preparation tools are available to assist in crafting inspiring
Your church is doing a lot of things – investing time and resources in ministries and events. But how do you know if those investments are bearing fruit?
Chances are,
Did you know? If every Christian would tithe 10 percent, faith organizations would have an extra $139 billion per year. And yet, only 5 percent of church-goers tithe on a
Whether you’re currently a pastor or you simply grew up in the church, you’ve likely seen hundreds of baptisms and taken communion hundreds, if not thousands, of times.
As a
Would you like to increase the number of people who attend your church on a weekly basis–both Christians and non-Christians? For most pastors, the answer is a clear yes! Many
Have you ever visited a new church and the experience felt awkward and confusing? Maybe you didn’t know where to park or how to find the nursery. Perhaps you had
How much thought do you put into your church stage design on a regular basis? Does your church create elaborate, complicated sets for each new sermon series, or have you
As a pastor, you probably spend hours planning your Sunday sermon–choosing just the right verses, stories, and illustrations–but how much thought do you put into the Sunday morning worship music
Whether you’re a pastor, a church staff member, or simply a member of your local church congregation, you likely know just how important Sunday service volunteers are. From the greeters
Is it OK for preachers to do a sermon series based on a non-fiction book or a movie instead of solely going through the Bible? What about preaching through someone
There are benefits to putting together a teaching calendar to assist you in your sermon preparation, study time, and vision. Planning ahead can provide you the opportunity to take some
Considering preaching a new sermon series on how to pray for those in authority? Whether you’re currently preaching through an election season, you’re preparing for an upcoming National Day of
Are you the person who knows you need a sermon calendar, but you just can’t ever get ahead enough to do it? You fully intend to get organized and get
Many of us dream about preaching God’s Word, but there are so many different dynamics and challenges that we have to work through – especially in 21st century America. There
Chances are you spend hours planning, researching, and crafting an effective sermon each week, but do you take the time to plan your Sunday church announcements as well? Sunday announcements
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