As I return from a ministry trip to Cuba (more on that adventure later), I’m republishing a favorite article from last year for you: Nationally, …

I asked our friends how things were going at their church. “We got tired of being in the fog,” they said. “I know how you …

As the ash settles from the last election, the citizens enjoy a respite from the political ads. The “I’ll fight for you” ads now turn …

Ministries get paralyzed for many reasons. One of these reasons is perfectly predictable—and avoidable. It is the fear of the naysayer. You’ve been there. You …

When it comes to leadership, churches face a distinct disadvantage. I’ve served with many different organizations, companies, and associations. They all have their leadership issues. …

There’s one question that defines any church’s effectiveness and ultimate survival. Oddly, this question is rarely asked—by leaders, members or even outside church consultants. But …

Temptation. This was our topic at our Lifetree Cafe outreach this week. The Lifetree film featured Ted Haggard and his fall into temptation. That was …

A church dashed a pivotal opportunity to reach its community. They built a new facility in a highly visible location–but designed a dark, boxy worship …

A lot of church leaders like to toss around the latest churchy language. I suspect they’re trying to sound “with it.” Unfortunately, some of this …

Imagine assigning yourself the task of writing an article opposing friendliness in church. Well, an editor of an old and fading Christian publication recently took …