4 Reasons to Leave a Staff Position Vacant

It’s happened. A prized member of your church leadership team has told you that they are leaving the staff. Whatever the reason for the departure, the reality is you now face the daunting task of finding someone to fill this key role. What is the best thing you can do now? Nothing. Absolutely nothing. [caption…

Why “Seekers” Make the Best Leaders

In Christian leadership circles, we have organized a spiritual progression that starts with “seekers” (those far from God, but who are on a quest to find Him), moves to and through a first-time decision for Christ, and progresses on toward spiritual maturity. Christian leadership is to be found among those who have progressed furthest along…

South Africa Journal 5: The Difference Between ‘Waiting’ and ‘Expecting’

Somewhere along the way there was a misunderstanding about this morning. As we walked along the dirt path towards the large canvas tent ahead, I was hoping that this misunderstanding wouldn’t create a problem for our hosts. Our little band of brothers and sisters were walking together towards the gathering place of Hope of Glory…