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In an article for FastCompany.com, Art Markman points out that “there are at least three psychological benefits to the simple act of drawing up a list of top-priority tasks—whether or not you actually accomplish them. Writing Makes Your Memory’s Job Easier Keeping a list of tasks you need to perform is like taking notes when … Continue reading “3 Reasons To-Do Lists Help You”

September is National Preparedness Month—the perfect time to check your safety protocols to make sure you’re ready to respond to a natural disaster. Take a moment to consider what you would do if a tornado struck your building, right in the middle of a service. What about a flood? Or a fire? We’ve consulted with … Continue reading “7 Essential Ways to Prepare for a Crisis”

What percentage of your church budget goes to support international missions? 75% or more 50-75% 25-50% 10-25% 5-10% Less than 5% None Customer Survey Template Share This On:

In a recent convocation address for California’s Gateway Seminary, President Jeff Iorg discussed “The Unintended Consequences of a Seminary Education,” using 1 Timothy 6:3-10 as the basis of his message. A September 6 Baptist Press article reports: He told the students he hopes they will find their classes challenging in preparing for a life of … Continue reading “Unintended Consequences of a Seminary Education”

Bible Game Reaches Kids ‘Where They Are’ How a 70-year-old ministry transformed to reach kids in the 21st century  Imagine an allegory set in a steampunk world of adventure and technology—with heroes modeled on the real-life heroes of the Bible. Imagine entering that world through an interactive game that pulls you into the narrative, teaching … Continue reading “Bible Game Reaches Kids ‘Where They Are’”

This article originally appeared in the Fall 2016 issue of Preaching magazine. Click here to subscribe and have the magazine delivered to your door! Scott Gibson is the Haddon Robinson Professor of Preaching and Ministry at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. Scott is also director of the Haddon Robinson Center for Preaching … Continue reading “Preaching the Big Idea: An Interview with Scott Gibson”

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It is not uncommon for pastors and church leaders to deal with fear – fear of criticism, fear that we may not be adequate to the task, fear of confrontation, and so on. Fear can be crippling if we allow it to consume us. In an article for LifeWay Pastors, Rob Hurtgen shares four ways … Continue reading “4 Ways to Deal with Fear”

This article originally appeared in the Fall 2016 issue of Preaching magazine. Click here to subscribe and have the magazine delivered to your door! Those of us who purport to proclaim the Word of the Lord, and to implant its principles in the lives of those who listen to us week after week, never need … Continue reading “Preaching and Politics”

My friend Clayton King, who has never served as a senior pastor (and had not expected to), suddenly found himself leading one of the nation’s largest congregations as interim pastor of NewSpring Church in Anderson, South Carolina. In a recent interview, he talked about leading a church through a period of crisis and transition, and … Continue reading “The Importance of Accountability, Confession and Friendship”