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What makes a community thrive?
As Christian leaders, we tend to assume we already know what thriving communities are; we then simply go looking for instances in Scripture that confirm our knowledge and agenda. Over time, we cease learning from Scripture how to think and instead use it as a tool to...
The Church’s Imperfections and the Captivating Call of Jesus
Lord knows how many times I have tossed churchly keys and thrown myself on a couch of religious despair. I have felt the expansive loneliness of not being able to turn apprehension about the church into prayer. I’ve been embroiled in the ups and downs of church my...
Don’t Preach a Sermon on Giving!
Preach a series of sermons on giving. In my twenty years as a senior pastor, I learned that a stand-alone sermon on stewardship, even if preached twice a year, had little impact on people's giving. But the first year I preached a four-week series on the biblical...
Three Key Things to Know About Deconstruction
If you are convinced that deconstructing faith is dangerous, and you are annoyed by the “trend,” this article is an attempt to help you see things a little differently. It’s an article that’s trying to deconstruct your view of deconstruction. Let me guess. You’re...
You Will Survive Your Divorce and Come Out Stronger
I think it’s fair to assume my new book is one you never expected to need. To put it bluntly, it’s the book I never wanted to write. Having my life upended by divorce and heartbreak was not on my bucket list. The first thing I want you to hear is I’m sorry. I’m sorry...
Business or Body: What is the Church?
Many are predicting that possibly in a decade or so, Christianity will no longer be the prominent religion in America! So, how do we get church folks to hang around and remain part of the local body of believers? Do we hire marketing specialists or church consultants...
Continuing Education for Pastors
The Importance of Continuing Education for Pastors In today's rapidly evolving world, the role of pastors extends far beyond traditional pastoral duties. As spiritual leaders, they’re called to navigate complex challenges, address contemporary issues, and guide...
Build Ministry Teams
How To Build Entrepreneurial Ministry Teams How to Build Entrepreneurial Ministry Teams. Church staff regularly request our recommendations regarding which personality profiles and leadership style profiles are best suited for the various leadership roles within their...
Power of Prayerwalking
Walk This Way: Exploring the Power of Prayerwalking Recently the simple act of walking has gained renewed appreciation. But what if we combined this mindful movement with the power of prayer? This is where prayerwalking emerges, offering a unique blend of physical...
Submission in Marriage
Why Submission in Marriage Isn’t Blind Obedience “I need help submitting to my husband,” my client said. I noted her sad countenance. “Tell me about your relationship with him.” The woman, I’ll call Alice, cooked, cleaned, and financially supported her family. Her...
Make Disciples Effectively
Making Disciples of All People For years I led my church in what is sometimes called street evangelism. We would walk up to people we didn’t know...
Understanding Trauma: A Savior’s Perspective
A Savior's Understanding of Trauma Because God saw the pain and suffering I walked through, he provided the help, support, healing, and deliverance...
The Power of Flower: Cultivating Faith
The Flower Power Strategy Years ago, when I was a young pastor in my twenties, the Lord used me to start a new outreach church within a community...
Leadership Paradigms from Jesus
Jesus's Paradigmatic Leadership Jesus’s words and actions in the upper room before his crucifixion provide paradigmatic guidance from the New...
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About the President
Dave Wike is a family man. Serving pastors, and those who desire to do the same, became his calling over the last 20+ years. He and his wife Margie live in North Carolina. They have a son living overseas, and three daughters still at home. Dave enjoys writing instrumental guitar music, and plans to complete his Masters in Biblical Counseling. He’s also well aware he can do nothing good apart from the Holy Spirit.
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