Slow down for potholes

Leadership

Mexico had a speeding problem. People would go way too fast. Now they’ve solved that problem by putting up “topes” everywhere that force drivers to slow down. “Topes” are gigantic speed bumps. Some are so big the bottom of the car scrapes across it and most drivers...

Rhythms of life

Leadership

We work, yes, but we also need regular times for rest, reflection, and recreation. God has built this pattern into our seasons (holidays), our weeks (Sabbath) and our days (time with God). We also need to plan for and set aside regular times for periodic spiritual...
Communion Journey Guides

Communion Journey Guides

Leadership, Prioritizing

Need a resource to help you or those you lead grow closer to God? Our bundle of three Communion-focused Journey Guides may be just what you’re looking for. Love God  Loving God is the bedrock of all of the other steps– it’s the reason we’re on...

The invisible preparations of the past

Leadership

As you consider your leadership skills and qualifications for ministry, don’t forget those qualities that are harder to quantify. Think through your life so far and how God has shaped you. How did you forge your ministry principles and values? Even the negative things...

Which came first—the disciple or the church?

Leadership

The DNA of the church is found in the gospels. When the church was birthed in Acts, it was a matter of living out that DNA. As Jesus’ disciples made more disciples, the result was churches. Do you see the progression? The result of making disciples was the gathering...