Why “People are Saying…” is a bad thing. Blog post by Justin Nash It might be one of the worst things a pastor can hear, “Pastor, people are saying…” or some derivative of that idea. You’ve heard it said, been on the receiving end or perhaps said it yourself. Basically, it’s an anonymous complaint credited […]
Six Character Traits Needed for Church Revitalization Feature: By Justin Nash Church revitalization can be taxing and frustrating work. It is often three steps forward and two steps back. Here is a list of six critical character traits your church and its leaders will need to be successful in the important work of revitalizing a […]
The Church and Mental Health: Finding your role Feature: By Allison Richardson Years ago, I drove past a church sign that read, “Jesus is the only Prozac you need.” Unfortunately, many churches still share similar attitudes regarding mental illness. It is as if having faith in Jesus will make one immune to mental illness. Mental […]
Seven Traps to Avoid in Church Revitalization Feature: By Justin Nash We all want our churches to be healthy and fruitful for the kingdom. This is especially true for churches in need of revitalization. Here are seven traps you need to avoid when seeking to improve your church’s health. A Focus on Programs No program […]