On Monday I shared the first 5 of my favorite books on, by or about Martin Luther and the Reformation that began on Oct 31, 1517. Here are the remaining 5 (note: in no particular order): – Martin Luther: Renegade and Prophet by Lyndal Roper – The Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther – … Read More
Coming to a City Near You: The New Assimilation Seminar – LIVE!
What would it look like if you were to DOUBLE the number of first-time guests who return to your church? The fact is that nothing impacts the growth of your church FASTER than Assimilation — the process of welcoming first-time guests, keeping them coming back and eventually moving them to membership. Using the tools in this LIVE Seminar, you can … Read More
My Top 10 Recommended Martin Luther Books to Celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation (Part 1)
Here’s my favorite books on, by or about Martin Luther and the Reformation that began on October 31, 1517 (note: in no particular order): – Here I Stand by Roland Bainton – Table Talk by Martin Luther – The Heroic Boldness of Martin Luther by Steven Lawson – Theology of the Reformers … Read More
Martin Luther, Passionate Reformer
Today’s guest post comes to us from ChristianityToday.com in celebration of this month marking the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. In the sixteenth century, the world was divided about Martin Luther. One Catholic thought Martin Luther was a “demon in the appearance of a man.” Another who first questioned Luther’s theology later declared, “He alone is right!” In our day, … Read More
Sunday Scripture: Shepherd Your Flock
“And now beware! Be sure that you feed and shepherd God’s flock – his church, purchased with his blood – over whom the Holy Spirit has appointed you as elders.” – Acts 20:28 (NLT)
A. W. Tozer on the Folly of Complacency
“The stiff and wooden quality about our religious lives is a result of our lack of holy desire. Complacency is a deadly foe of all spiritual growth. Acute desire must be present or there will be no manifestation of Christ to His people.” – A. W. Tozer, American pastor and author
Keys to Worship Planning: 4 Questions for Better Services
“Here’s something that may surprise you: your service doesn’t end when your people are dismissed. The book isn’t closed on any Sunday service until you have debriefed it with your team. There are four questions you should ask in your in your debriefing meeting each week. These questions – which will allow for open and honest feedback – will … Read More
Bring a Summer Mission Team to NYC!
Nelson and The Journey Church NYC would like to invite YOU to partner with us to make an impact for Jesus in the greatest city in the world! Imagine next summer doing a breakfast outreach on Wall Street, followed by a lunchtime ministry project in Central Park and an afternoon servant evangelism project in Times Square. Your team will literally … Read More
Recharge with a Tech Free Day – Part 3 of 3
Last week, in the second of this three-part series, I offered a few ideas for things you can do on your Tech Free Day. Because many pastors have a phone addiction which can negatively affect our health, our relationships and our spiritual life, I am strongly suggesting that you make the time to unplug. Try to commit to one tech-free day … Read More
How Pastoral Care Stunts the Growth of Most Churches
Today’s guest post comes to us from Fr. John A. Peck for PreachersInstitute.com. Of all the mysteries that shouldn’t be mysteries, why most churches remain small is perhaps the greatest. The Barna group reports the average Protestant church size in America as 89 adults. 60% of protestant churches have less than 100 adults in attendance. Only 2% have over 1000 adults … Read More