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Leading from the Side Leadership is a multi-dimensional beast. It’s also very personal in nature and everyone has an opinion about it—especially leaders! But, one approach that is often undervalued, is the art of leading from the side. In my experience, leading from the side is just as important as leading from ...

“This church needs some significant help.” It crosses your mind as you enter the building for the first time and start reading the materials. You see wasted space, unfriendly greeters, dated graphics and uninspiring messaging. You instantly decide that this church is your new personal project and that your presence ...

I recently connected with Jay Kroll of TheCommon.org and we got a chance to discuss what was under the hood. Check it out! Chris: What is the basic concept behind TheCommon.org? Jay: TheCommon.org was created to simply help people in your community help each other. In your community, people are your greatest asset. ...

Many pastors are aware of the tremendous outreach potential of social media, but the pressing needs of leading a congregation often leaves them asking, "Where do I begin?" If this is you, I suggest you try the four simple tasks I've outlined below. By investing just a few minutes every ...

In Australia right now, MasterChef is the hottest show around. It is rating its socks off. (America is getting its own franchise with Gordon Ramsey. Watch out, it’ll be huge.) One of the principles I’ve learned from the show is that contestants can get a reputation very quickly for being ...

Sometimes, it helps to reflect on why you do what you do. Because Jesus Christ changed your life. Because you have a profound and divine calling. Because you see hopeless people all around you. Because you love people and care about their destiny. Because you love people and care about their journey. Because you believe in ...

I recently connected with Pastor Shannon O'Dell and really appreciated his counterintuitive approach to ministry. His basic premise is that God is at work just as much in rural America as He is in the cities. His passion is to encourage pastors in their efforts, regardless of their size, with ...