That Thing Called Courage  

That Thing Called Courage  

What is the most courageous thing you’ve done? I have read many stories of courage, but one comes immediately to mind. On March 7, 2022, the massive Sunshine Skyway Bridge over Tampa Bay, Florida, was closed as part of a 10K race for the armed forces. Nearly seven...
Beating “Preacher’s Block” With Old Ideas

Beating “Preacher’s Block” With Old Ideas

Most pastors would probably say that preparing for and delivering Sunday’s sermon, something that a large majority of people would claim to be terrified or possibly even completely incapable of doing, is actually usually the easiest part of their job. Pastors do what...
5 Ways To Plan a Great Staff Retreat

5 Ways To Plan a Great Staff Retreat

Whether you have a huge staff or just a handful of loyal warriors, a staff retreat is a terrific way to reward hard work, deepen personal ties, build unity, and set aside time to simply be. Here are some tips for creating a great staff retreat. First, distance is...
8 Books for Pastors Who Want to Last

8 Books for Pastors Who Want to Last

Every pastor who still wants to be in the ministry five years from now needs to carefully read eight books. All eight have been game-changers for me. Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by Arbinger Institute (Berrett-Koehler). This international...