The Balance Between Personhood and Performance: A Pastor’s Perspective
This article explores how pastors can value individuals as children of God while addressing performance issues in ministry. It provides practical tips on separating identity from behavior, setting clear expectations, offering support, and addressing disrespect with grace. Pastors are encouraged to lead with wisdom and love, ensuring both the person and the ministry thrive, always remembering each ... Continue reading
Relational Discipleship vs. Program-Based Discipleship
This article explores the contrasting approaches of relational and program-based discipleship, highlighting their unique strengths and limitations. Relational discipleship, modeled after Jesus’ investment in His disciples, emphasizes personal relationships, accountability, and authenticity, fostering deep spiritual growth but requiring significant time and effort. In contrast, program-based disc... Continue reading
The Urgent Call to Discernment and Accountability in the Church
In our rapidly advancing digital world, scammers are becoming more sophisticated. Identity theft, deceit, and manipulation have become common tools for fraudsters who prey on unsuspecting individuals through AI-generated advertisements, causing millions to lose their hard-earned money. Recent statistics show that Americans alone lost over $10 billion to online scams in 2022—a record high undersc... Continue reading
The Importance of Working Together
The power of collaboration cannot be underestimated in any successful organization. Working together effectively requires more than good intentions—it requires systems that enable coordination, clarity, and consistency. A story about Fleming, an expert consultant, highlights this truth and offers valuable lessons for businesses and the church. Continue reading
Qualifications of an IT champion
A champion should possess a unique blend of technical, interpersonal, and leadership skills to drive the effective adoption of an IT church management system. Continue reading
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The importance of a champion in assisting the pastor stems from the fact that pastors often have numerous responsibilities, such as preaching, counselling, and overseeing church activities. Having a dedicated champion allows the pastor to focus on their primary duties while ensuring the IT system transition remains well-supported. Continue reading