What is the best form of church governance
What is the best form of church governance What is the best form of church governance? Church governance describes the way a church is ordered or led. We often use the word “polity,” to describe how churches operate from a leadership standpoint. It comes from the word...
The Myth: God will resolve the problems in the church
The Myth: God will resolve the problems in the church This Ministry Myth increases conflict in your church or ministry. When we hear, “God will resolve the problems in the church,” it sounds rooted in a deep dependence on God. Too often, however, it is rooted in...
The Myth: Organic Growth
The Myth: Organic Growth This myth is most popular among new ministers, regardless of age. It’s a sophomore mistake. “Organic growth” sounds spiritual and maybe biblical, but it is neither. It also does not work. Watch today to find out why believing your...
The Myth: We Need To Make The Right Choice
The Myth: We Need To Make The Right Choice It comes from a good place, I think. The people who believe this myth seem to be well-meaning and wanting to honor God. The problem is, following this Ministry Myth leaves you stuck. And, when the leader is stuck, there’s no...
Ministry Myth: First Go Deep
Ministry Myth: First Go Deep Great leaders continually scan the horizon to see how they may elevate their leadership. They attend seminars, read books, and meet with other leaders to figure out how to take themselves and their organizations to the next level. While we...
God has blessed me to learn, formally and informally, from some incredible leaders, and to use that experience to grow organizations by helping leaders grow. I am currently the CEO of stowemission.org and the director of metrocolumbus.org, a network of 128 churches, primarily in central Ohio.