Have you ever wondered how to make better decisions? We make thousands of decisions every day. Research studies say the average person can make up to 35,000 decisions every single day. From the little decisions…
When thinking about overcoming discouragement in ministry, I think back to my years in active children’s ministry. I am reminded of the time one of my prayer team let me know of the prayers she…
The Difference Between Leadership And Management Many people think management and leadership are the same role. There are times that the same person will play both roles, but these two roles are truly separate in…
If you have been around the church for any length of time, chances are you have been hurt. You’ve been hurt by the people, the staff, or maybe even the pastor. The more active you…
“Am I depressed? Of course not, I am in ministry or leadership. There is no depression in ministry” I have a feeling that many of us have thought this at one time or another. Many…
I have had the awesome opportunity to attend several ministry conferences. Since then, I have been asked several times for some conference tips or advice. I am not a conference expert, but I do think…
How often do you evaluate yourself? When do you usually evaluate your ministry? It was at the Orange Conference a few years back I had a great reminder of why you should evaluate your ministry. …
Is it time to evaluate your ministry? January brings with it an end to one year, and the beginning of another. September is the beginning of a new school year. Spring is the time of…
Whether you are a classroom teacher, a parent, a small group leader, or a Sunday school teacher, I would bet you spend a good amount of time dealing with discipline. Discipline is a sensitive topic. …
The Myth of Balance A myth is something that you may believe, but it is not true. The Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot, and as Frank Bealer talks about– the Myth of Balance. Have you found…