The power of belonging
People have a strong drive to feel included and respected. It is a basic human need for community and belonging built into all people—in families, in smaller groups, in large crowds. Even at a rock concert, people feel a strong drive to be a part of something bigger...
The Unfairness of Ministry
Much of ministry can feel unfair. People who don’t understand the weight of ministry put unfair expectations on you, don’t respect your time as your own, feel the right to speak into how you raise your kids. In the midst of difficult ministry seasons,...
Getting it done and thriving aren’t the same
With more than ¾ through the year complete you’ve had your fair share of events. From Easter to VBS, Bible Studies to Sermon Series you didn’t do it on your own. There are a host of people that help ministry happen. How are those folks doing? Are your people...
3 Kinds of Calling
If you’re a Christian leader, you’ve probably found one of the most common questions people come to you with—especially younger people—is that of calling. What is my calling? What is God’s will for my life? How can I tell what God wants me specifically to do? These...