Author: Administrador

Bobby Burch photo – Unsplash By Luke Holmes He was the definition of a lost cause. Born to a poor shoemaker on Christmas day, his father died when he was very young.  After the death, his mother sent him to live with his alcoholic uncle. Before long, he was following in his steps.  At the … Continue reading “Catching “the Hywl”: Preaching Sermons Driven by God’s Power”

Facebook screen capture By Aaron Earls On Easter Sunday, Earl “Buddy” Duggins was doing what he has been for more than five decades—preaching the gospel. But his message on April 12 to those watching the livestream of Forest Home Baptist Church (FHBC) in Kilgore, Texas, was different from all the rest; it was his last. … Continue reading “Pastor Dies Immediately After Easter Sermon on Resurrection Hope”

Sandro Gonzalez photo – Unsplash By Joy Allmond and Y Bonesteele Ecclesiology is the study of the church, including the purpose, leadership structure, and practices. Why does this matter—particularly now, during a season when the church is scattered? Lifeway Research recently discussed this topic with Trevin Wax, vice president of communications and theology at Lifeway Christian … Continue reading “The Scattered Church and COVID-19: Why Sound Ecclesiology is Crucial in a Pandemic”

Amin Moshrefi photo – Unsplash By Rob Hurtgen A few weeks into changing almost everything I wrote down the following: I’m exhausted from the continuous state of emergency, regularly monitoring news agencies, and staying on top of my social media to keep in contact with others, Shepherding the range of those who are never going … Continue reading “3 Reminders for Pastors Enduring a Coronavirus Crash”

By Joy Allmond The coronavirus pandemic has forced events to cancel, education to be modified, and businesses to temporarily close or adjust operations. But for Lifeway and the kids ministries it serves, Vacation Bible School (VBS) is still on. “VBS is the highlight of the summer for most churches, and the highlight of the year … Continue reading “4 Ways Your Church Can Still Reach Families and Kids Through VBS This Summer”

Carolina Jacomin photo – Unsplash By Ken Braddy From the moment the country learned that states were going to begin reopening businesses and commerce, the church has been elated that it will be able to gather together again. Anticipation is high, although concerns remain about just how quickly we can get “back to normal.” I … Continue reading “4 Phases for an Orderly Return to Church”

Lucas Clara photo – Unsplash By Chad Spriggs Many leaders step into the abyss created by chaos and come out wounded soldiers. But as Brennan Manning once said, “Only wounded soldiers can serve in God’s army.” Church leadership isn’t for the faint of heart, nor is it merely a vocation or stepping stone for something … Continue reading “4 Requirements for Leading Through Crisis”

Surface photo – Unsplash By Zac Workun and Chad Higgins One of the key elements of great leadership is eliminating barriers between you and those with whom you work. COVID-19 has changed the way we work with our church staff.  Our job has always been extremely relational, and the ways we maintain relationships has changed … Continue reading “5 Things Remote Ministry Teams Need from Their Leader”

Franck V. photo – Unsplash By Jason Thacker As my wife and I parent our two young sons, we see a world that is increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence (AI). Our boys will not just grow up with dreams of robot maids and space toys, they will grow up alongside AI-empowered devices like our Apple … Continue reading “3 Steps Families Should Take to Teach Kids About Artificial Intelligence”

Erwann Letue photo – Unsplash By Clint Ellis A lot of pastors are now working from home and find themselves overwhelmed with fear and anxiety. At the same time, they try to navigate the uncharted waters of pastoring well in a pandemic world while simultaneously being a good spouse and parent. To survive in ministry … Continue reading “Finding Balance as a Pastor in a Pandemic World”