COVID-19 is absolutely impacting our world and our daily lives. It makes sense that people are scared, and that the world is in turmoil. But we are called to act differently than the world. Let’s use this moment in history to live the word of God, and be the light.
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All eyes are on us as leaders, always. We don’t get to pick and choose when we’re a pastor, when were a husband or father, and if we are men or women of God. We’re always in the role. If you’re saying one thing when you preach but then doing the opposite when church members see you in your “normal life,” your credibility will be destroyed. Let’s dive into what it looks like to live out our call!
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Question: Regardless of our band’s size or skill level, how can we strive for excellence? Answer: Knowing our musical lanes, and sitting in the “pocket”. Let’s dive into defining what THAT means for each instrument, and how sticking to “our role” helps bring out the band’s full potential.
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So often as pastors, we shape our teachings around specific topics that we feel called to share... But just as often, we fail to check whether our motivation for each of these topics is rooted in the right place. Are our unresolved issues hurting our congregations?
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When you play as a group, the ability to listen to each other and restrain is the most important part of playing music, period! Let’s dive into why this is extremely relevant as a band leading the church.
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Where are you with your programs and events? Are you getting caught up in competition, and feeling pressure to do what everyone else is doing? Here’s a practical checklist of 4 things that will help keep your programs effective and fruitful!
Most of us know about the 10% tradition of tithe, but what did Jesus say about giving?
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For some reason, structure in worship is often taken out of context. The God we serve created both the improvision of the water flowing in a river as well as the boarders in which the river flows. Why does that apply to worship and how can it improve what we do in our worship services?
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“Where there is no vision, the people perish” Proverbs 29: 18, another version says “the people cast off restraint” or in other words they become aimless. Let’s talk about what it looks like to be intentional about keeping our church aware and excited about our vision.
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I love being a pastor, and my guess is that you do too. It’s not an easy job, so those of us who choose to take it on full-time tend to have passion for ministry in spades. But there’s a flip side to the coin: sometimes, disappointment comes in like a thief and robs us of this passion. Let me explain.
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I’ve come to realize there’s a big difference between volunteers going through the motions versus actually being engaged and keeping the initial softness of heart that they had while committing to serve initially. Here are three strategies I’ve been able to use with the volunteers at my church, to combat burnout and turnover.
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I have a call from the Lord to Shepard my church and I take that very seriously. As pastors how can we trust and empower our team to pull our the vision God’s given us with the same quality, drive, and sense of urgency? Here’s what I’m doing!
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We are told to bring our best to the Lord. However, if I may speak frank, after a full day of ministry, counseling sessions, VBS planning and (insert one of the other 10 things you accomplished today) it doesn’t feel like there is much good left for us to offer up. I feel like anything I have to give would be less valuable than last week’s leftovers.
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Nothing is made without intention. For all of our wanting of peace within the communities that we exist in or lead, peace must be sown
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God works ALL things for the good for those that love him and are called according to his purpose. Yes, even our failures. Here’s the challenge: How good are you at taking your own counsel?
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His Presence or our Plan? Are we willing to let listen for and adopt God’s plan even if it conflicts with ours?
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