I remember when the professor stood in front of our class, and passed out copies of the 5 year vision plan of a young, visionary pastor he had known.  It was detailed, multiple pages… and quite ambitious. Then the prof read the resignation letter of the chairman of the church board.  And another board member. And […]

Hi, welcome to a new feature on the blog! 5 Minute Mentoring is a new feature brought to you by SermonSubscribe.  It’s designed to be a quick hit of practical tools-you-can-use, something that will help you organize, decide, be less stressed, more prepared. How do you share the Gospel?  Do you have a prepared presentation, […]

Welcome to Session #2 of Church Revitalization Coaching.  This is a crucial session.  I am praying for you and your church as you watch it, because it’s a tough one to put into practice — but it’s SO important!

What is the most strategic day of your week?  Do you have one?  Do you know why it is the most strategic?  What is the most important thing you do on that day?  Church administrative work?  Sermon preparation?  Rest?  Preventing burnout?  Family time? As a pastor, I doubt that your most strategic day is Sunday. […]