Leadership

Do you long to be connected to a global community of coaches who desire to live out the Kingdom of God in every area of their lives? Begin the journey now with 360 Coach. This 10-lesson study guide takes you through a biblical approach to coaching...

From one pastor to another... No one is ever fully prepared for the ministry. For pastors just starting out, those needing a little rebalancing, or those growing tired in the trenches, a short guide to the basics is a welcome relief. In On...

David Mathis Examines the Qualifications and Calling of Church Leaders for a New Generation of Congregants and Leaders We live in an age increasingly cynical about leadership―some of it for good reason, much of it simply the mood of our times. Still,...

Serving Christ is a fantastic privilege.Serving Christ is the hardest thing you could imagine.So which is it?Ouch! When Ministry Hurts tackles that question for anyone serving Christ --- whether in full-time ministry, in a part-time role or as a...

Are You Called to Ministry? Those who are involved in full-time ministry often say they have been “called” to do what they do. But what does that mean? Who does the “calling,” and how is it received?  ...

“Brothers, pray for us.” (1 Thessalonians 5:25). The Apostle Paul’s letters are filled with references to prayer—requests for prayer from the churches, prayers for them, and teaching and encouragement that God was working through...

The phone rings: “Pastor, can you do my mother’s funeral?” Or, “Please help us―our baby just died.” Death comes unexpectedly, giving you two to three days of time to prepare a sermon―in the midst of caring for a grieving...

“God is spirit, and his worshippers must worship in spirit and in truth” (John 4:24). The Bible tells us that we are to worship the Lord, that we were created for this purpose. But what is true worship? What does the Bible teach about the...

Featuring insights from the perspective of both a pastor and his wife―The Pastor’s Family identifies the complicated burdens and expectations ministry brings to the life of a family. Brian and Cara Croft identify the unique challenges that...

The Bible gives instruction to those called to church leadership, challenging them to shepherd God’s people by exercising oversight. But what does that mean? And how is it done in a way that is faithful to God and effective in enabling growth,...

Every pastor struggles with demands for his time, and how to determine priorities in ministry. Some choose to respond to the most urgent needs, while others seek a more balanced and intentional approach. But what determines these priorities? Where should...

A man who’s been transformed by Christ and desires to preach the gospel might say he feels called to be a pastor. This personal conviction, while heartfelt, doesn’t acknowledge important, challenging steps necessary to be a qualified leader...

When a rich theological perspective is lost, so is the larger story for pastoral ministry. When pastors see how God's whole counsel shapes and impacts their entire ministry, both pastors and churches will thrive. Deeply connecting theology with practice,...

People Fuel outlines the twenty-two relational nutrients we all need to cultivate good relationships that provide energy, focus, and the support to be all you were meant to be. Just as good nutrition is necessary for a healthy body and...

Speak up.Don't take it so personally.Just make a decision already. Every day, whether they're competing in the business world or serving in a nonprofit, women hear that they're not enough. They're too emotional to lead, and the way they act, speak, and...