The key to delivering actionable sermons is to provide practical application for personal transformation in your faith community. This is done by having an understanding of your culture, asking practical questions, and having a single call to action.
If you do a search on bi-vocational ministry you will find a lot of great articles addressing the demands and benefits of bi-vocational ministry, why it matters, what pitfalls to avoid, etc. All of these are great articles written by great pastors or church leaders. Today I want to address some of the experiences and … Continue reading 3 Imperatives of Bi-vocational Ministry
To see healthy church growth in your faith community you need to incorporate the use of expository preaching. This will allow you to preach the scriptures in a way that conveys the original author's meaning as God intended them to be heard. When the scriptures are read with their original meaning, life change happens and the Holy Spirit moves in supernatural ways.
We all love the story of Noah and the Ark. We are familiar with the story of David and Goliath. We understand the idea behind the Creation story. We know there was a story about someone in a lion's den. And didn't someone get saved from a furnace...or fire...or something like that? Many Americans are … Continue reading How to Overcome Biblical Illiteracy
When most leaders think of ways to make those they lead happier, their minds go to elements like pay, benefits, and perks. Perks usually include things like getting a new coffee machine for the break room, bringing in a catered lunch, or starting a rewards program. While these perks are certainly nice, they cost money … Continue reading How to Boost Team Member Satisfaction
When I was a teenager, friendship meant everything. I am a very loyal friend and am quick to come to the aid of those closest to me, and I believe this mentality was forged through my emotionally intense, highly awkward teen years. My friends were my whole world, and I assume it was the same … Continue reading Time to Be a Hero
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