“Through lots of trial and error, we have found that between 2:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. on Monday afternoon is the best time to send your follow-up email. The open rate on Monday mornings is not nearly as high. Most people don’t check their email on Sunday and have so many emails on Monday morning that your follow-up could easily … Read More
A.W. Tozer on Protecting the Church
“The church that is not jealously protected by mighty intercession and sacrificial labors will before long become the abode of every evil bird and the hiding place for unsuspected corruption. The creeping wilderness will soon take over that church that trusts in its own strength and forgets to watch and pray.” -A.W. Tozer
Keys to Worship Planning: Asking “Why?”
“While tradition is generally a good thing, sometimes it can get us into trouble. If we aren’t careful, we end up doing things a certain way simply because it’s the way things have always been done. We never stop to question the mind-set behind the method. This is especially true when it comes to the way we plan and … Read More
Nine Years of Decline…time to act
You may be surprised to know that my original ordination was with the Southern Baptists (I’ll tell you the longer story sometime) so I keep up with them. Just recently, they announced that the denomination is in the ninth straight year of DECLINE! Wow. And what’s shocking to me, is that instead of going on emergency mode to reverse it, … Read More
Get my NEW book, The Difference Maker, for $1.00!
You have an opportunity TODAY ONLY to get my new evangelism book, The Difference Maker, for only $1.00! It’s a must-have addition to your evangelism tool-kit. The Difference Maker: Using Your Everyday Life for Eternal Impact is a powerful, practical guide for reaching the unchurched – and includes a proven process to impact others for eternity! This simple, yet substantial life-transforming book contains the latest ways … Read More
Did the Worship Leader Really Say That? – Tuesday Morning Insight
Today’s guest post comes from Jason Hatley. Jason helped launch The Journey Church in New York City, directing the programming of our worship services. He invests in Worship Pastors around the country through interactive coaching networks and worship planning resources. He is also my co-author on Engage: A Guide to Creating Life-Transforming Worship Services and Revolve: A New Way to See Worship as well as … Read More
Happy 4th of July!
I wanted to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Happy 4th of July weekend! I’m truly grateful to be a small part of your ministry and look forward to serving you for many years in the future. Hope you enjoy this day celebrating our nation’s independence with those close to you! Your partner in ministry, Nelson P.S. Don’t forget our … Read More
Charles Spurgeon on “Lukewarm” Churches
“I do not think the devil cares how many churches you build, if only you have lukewarm preachers and people in them.” – Charles Spurgeon
Lessons from The Difference Maker – Resonating With Others
“God has uniquely positioned you to have immense impact. You’re the one he wants to use in your circles of influence. If the people around you don’t hear about Jesus from you, they may never hear about him in a way that resonates with them.” – Nelson Searcy The above quote is from p. 25 of The Difference Maker: Using Your Everyday … Read More
LAST CHANCE – Boot Camp Early Bird Ends Today!
If you’re ready to get serious about reaching more of the unchurched this year, I encourage you to join me live in Orlando for three days of intense focus on the 8 church systems and outreach tools that work! This is THE event where I reveal the latest and most impactful lessons on ALL 8 Systems of a healthy church. The tools and strategies … Read More