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For years as a pastor I remember thinking: We’re about to turn the corner. Guests will become members. Growth will become the norm. Vision will become reality. We’re almost there. It’s strange thinking back on this now. How at very …
How the Stories We Spin and the Parts We Play Expose Us to Danger Keep reading »
What are you asking God for this fall? If everything breaks the way you hope between now and Thanksgiving, what would be different? Maybe your answer includes changes to your physical body. You’d like to run a mile without stopping, …
What You Want This Fall, and Why It’s Probably Not Big Enough Keep reading »
Those who start churches often launch their new congregations at three different times of the year. Christmas and Easter are the two obvious candidates, as they’re the most likely dates to draw a crowd. Besides both holidays have an inculturated …
New Rhythms, New Churches, Bad Vibes – A Cautionary Word to Church Planters Keep reading »
Happy New Year’s Eve everyone! While 2021 has been rough in many ways, interacting with you has given me great joy. From email exchanges and comment threads to thirty minute phone calls and hourlong coaching conversations, you’ve made 2021 a …
Don’t Miss Them! Here are My Top Five Posts from 2021 Keep reading »
The tragedy at Oxford High School three weeks ago today shocked, angered, and saddened us. More senseless deaths. More traumatized children. More fear and anxiety. Of all the many topics for reflection and discussion that these events rightfully prompt, pastors …
Why the Tragedy in Oxford, Michigan Should Be a Wake-up Call for Pastors Keep reading »