As a leader, where should your influence begin? A good answer can be drawn from the life of Joshua. For him, as for other leaders wanting to make an impact… Click To Read More "Tom Foster – Family First"
I’ve been concerned with our paradigm toward church sound operators for quite some time. We’ve often treated our sound man as managing a utility rather than a vital minister of… Click To Read More "Vito DiGiovanni – Proactive Versus Reactive"
I taught six years at Christian Life College in Stockton, Calif., under the leadership of Dr. Daniel Segraves. Out of the six subjects I taught, one was Principles of Counseling… Click To Read More "Carol Clemens – God’s Design for Marriage"
Churches can save a significant amount on the cost of computer hardware and software. Many companies provide a discount to nonprofits. TechSoup is a company that provides discounts on many… Click To Read More "Delano Sherley – Cost Savings (Continued)"
Influence is a vital part of the WOW factor of leadership. Leadership impact increases as influence increases. Influence can be positive or negative. You add value to people when you… Click To Read More "Tom Foster – Influence"
A Guaranteed Way to Reach the Lost! Preach to Them! We often reach for a magic solution for impacting the unconverted. There is a solution. It is not magic, but… Click To Read More "Carlton Coon – Preach to Them!"
Don’t be intimidated by anyone! Paul says not to be intimidated by your enemies (Phil. 1:28). This counselor says, “Do not be intimidated by another human whether friend or enemy!”… Click To Read More "Carol Clemens – Intimidation!"
Most businesses lease a copier, upgrading every 3-5 years. There are two types of leases: fair market value lease (FMV), where if you choose to buy the copier at the… Click To Read More "Delano Sherley – Cost Savings (Continued)"
Chemistry is the harmonious interaction between people working together. We need chemistry with our team to accomplish the vision of the church. Teams that have chemistry have success. Chemistry is… Click To Read More "Tom Foster – Team Chemistry"
I’ve planted a few fruit trees. Some have survived, most have not. Deer and my inconsistent care have resulted in their demise. Even the survivors are not yet fruitful. I… Click To Read More "Carlton Coon – Expect Fruit"
Are you battling with the feeling that somehow you do not measure up to someone’s expectations? People from the platform to the pew can be haunted by feelings of low… Click To Read More "Carol Clemens – You Are God’s Special Treasure"
Utilities make up a significant portion of a church’s annual budget. Updating the HVAC systems and installing cost-saving light fixtures can significantly reduce the amount a church spends on gas… Click To Read More "Delano Sherley – Cost Savings (Continued)"