Here’s a quiz. What do you do when you have a new believer in your church? Check all that apply: Do a happy dance with your spouse and kids. Send out random happy face emojis. You are happy, after all. Slip into your auditorium and onto your knees to thank Jesus for trusting your church […]
Your Best Response to a Spiritual Attack [Free Download]
If you’re in the Kingdom, you’re in a battle. That battle can be initiated by people or circumstances. It can attack your reputation, your finances, your health, or your family. But because of your position in the Kingdom, there’s always a tie to the spiritual world. Paul says, “Our struggle is not against flesh and […]
Why Ministry Hurts and What to Do About it
Sometimes ministry hurts. There’s grief and pain for church leaders. It’s like a violent storm that comes from every angle against us. Discouragement. Depression. Quitting. Being fired. Wanting to turn your back on church and ministry. Why is the downside of being in ministry so huge? And why does it hit all of us? Prayerfully read on, church […]
Grandparent Ministry: 5 Big Reasons Why your Church Needs It
Your church can ignite and deploy grandparents to raise up young generations to love and follow Jesus. You have an army of seasoned Christians sitting in the pews in your church. What if you could deploy them to reach and lead millions of people to Jesus? That would be a miracle. What would motivate them? […]
14 Proven Ideas to Attract your Community on Easter
Easter is the most important day on the church calendar. Not only is it the day Jesus won the victory over death; it’s the day more people become Christians than any other day. I want to take full advantage of this once-a-year opportunity. So every year at this time, New Song begins what we call our […]
9 Most Important Personal Practices for Pastors
Pastor, how do you stay strong for the long haul? These personal practices for pastors will help you thrive for a lifetime of ministry. Of all the factors that go into the making of a healthy church, the pastor’s personal health, growth and well-being are at the top. Healthy churches have healthy pastors and growing […]
Why it’s Important that your Church Engages the World Right Now
For the past several months I’ve been uneasy about the approach the church is taking to the COVID pandemic. Maybe you are, too. Here’s what’s bothering me. Matthew 8:2-3 tells us about Jesus’ response to illness one day: A man with leprosy came and knelt before him and said, “Lord, if you are willing, you can make […]
How to Celebrate Christmas in your Church During the Pandemic
October 2020 You can lead your church through the holidays this year in a way that brings connection and growth. Are you wondering how your church should navigate the Christmas season during the pandemic? In a year where everything is different, how should we handle our church’s holiday events? We love the traditions that come with […]