We talk a lot about the importance of understanding the context of your community. That means understanding the people who live there, their pain points, their needs, and their opportunities. Sometimes the concept of “community” gets misunderstood. Assumptions are made about what a community is and what it needs. In the church, you have communities…
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A while back, I had the opportunity to spend time in two churches located in the same community. In fact, they were just a few miles apart. Our interactions with both churches happened in tandem, which gave us a unique view into what was going on inside and outside of each church, in real time.…
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If you’re leading or serving in a smaller ministry or church, you’ve likely experienced inconsistent and unstructured communication. Without a clear guide, information gets shared in random, disconnected ways, leading to confusion for both your team and your audience. Recently, while conducting a ministry communication audit for a small church, we noticed a common issue—a…
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There’s a fascinating paradox in Western culture—the tension between individualism and conformity. On one hand, marketing and media constantly reinforce the idea that we are unique, special, and deserving of things tailored just for us. Companies craft messages designed to fuel our sense of individuality, offering countless choices to fit our personal style and preferences.…
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In my current studies, I encountered a remarkable statement by Jared C. Wilson in his book, The Gospel-Driven Church: “The preaching event is the centerpiece of the worship gathering because it is where we most declaratively and authoritatively hear from God.” I agree with Jared on this point. Preaching God’s Word is far and away…
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In today’s churches, many congregants attend Sunday services with good intentions but often leave as passive spectators. They receive new information, nod in agreement, and perhaps feel moved for a moment, but this rarely translates into deep transformation in their daily lives. For many, the message is just another part of their Sunday routine, rather…
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One of the most important aspects of ministry is its volunteers. For organizational leadership, having volunteers is encouraging because it helps in accomplishing your mission. It gives a shared sense of being in ministry together. For a volunteer, it can be equally meaningful because it gives an opportunity for purpose and impact to happen in…
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