For several I’ve been inviting you to apply for my new Tele-Coaching Network for Senior Pastors. Now is your last chance to take action as it starts TOMORROW and I have only a handful of spots left. To see complete details and apply online in less than ten minutes click here. I don’t want anyone to miss out. I hope to review your application … Read More
Ready to Get Back to Enjoying Ministry? NEW Coaching Network begins in Two Days!
This is the week I’ve been waiting on for months! My new Senior Pastor Tele-Coaching Network begins THIS THURSDAY and I’m excited about the great group of pastors who are signed up. I just want to give you a heads-up though – I only have room for a few more Senior Pastors, and you must Apply Now for consideration. One of the reasons … Read More
Inspiration – A Saturday Quote
“Inspiration does exist, but it must find you working.” — Pablo Picasso
Summer Clearance Sale – 1/2 Off CD Sets!
With the end of summer comes the end of “seminar season” for me and the Church Leader Insights team. It’s been great to get out on the road and meet so many people at our “in-person” events. Now that we’re off the road, we have a load of display resources that I’m making available at HALF OFF! Dozens of people … Read More
New Senior Pastor Tele-Coaching Network Begins in One Week!
Hard to believe that my new Sr. Pastor Tele-Coaching Network begins in just 7 days – next Thursday, August 25! A lot of preparation, time and energy goes into each network and this one is no exception. In fact, each time a network comes to a close I question whether or not I”m going to lead another one. Two things … Read More
Do Ministry Teams Compete with Small Groups?
This is Kerrick Thomas – Executive Pastor at The Journey Church and co-author of “Activate” with Nelson. Nelson asked if I would take a moment today to address a common small groups question – the apparent “competition” between Small Groups and Ministry Teams. Recently, I’ve received two questions about this same issue and I wanted to answer each of them: … Read More
Have you watched this? Free Church Systems Training
I just recorded a special video about the systems in your church and how you can drastically increase your church’s health, growth and overall effectiveness. Watch it here. There’s a special free opportunity that will help you lead your church from unhealthy to healthy so you can reach more people and make more disciples. It’s good, free, and you’ll like … Read More
Should You Make September 11 A “Big Day” at Your Church?
With the 10 year anniversary of 9/11, I’ve gotten quite a few questions about whether or not you should try to make it a “Big Day” and I wanted to address that today. I don’t like making it a Big Day for a few reasons: 1) It’s not the best time to kick off a new series for most people. … Read More
Movie Recommendation: Sarah’s Key
If you get a chance while its still in theaters, check out the new movie “Sarah’s Key” (or put it in your Netflix queue for when it comes out on DVD). It’s one of the best, most powerful movies I’ve seen in a while. It’s not a Christian movie per se so there’s some minor language issues but the story … Read More
10 Things Every New Believer Should Know – CLI Newsletter Rewind
Do you get each month’s Church Leader Insights Newsletter? Every month I send out the latest and best thinking on Church Growth, Evangelism, Leadership, Church Planting, and more – the best church leadership content I can find – designed to help you lead your church to greater health and growth. And the best part…. It’s absolutely FREE! (click here to sign-up … Read More