by Dr. Bill Campbell Pastor; Memorial Christian Church Tulsa, Oklahoma I wish to focus initially in this article on the word leadership. Simply stated, a leader is anyone who is out front. Showing others the way. A leader is expected to be effective, to achieve results, and to be a group difference maker. This being…
Leadership is a critical issue in all churches. Experts tell us, “Everything comes down to leadership.” Leadership is the key to fruitfulness, success, and accomplishing our goals. When effective, godly leadership is present, goals are realized. One of the most important aspects of the life of a healthy church is the building of a solid,…
I used to have a comfort zone where I knew I wouldn’t fail. The same four walls and busy work were really more like jail. I longed so much to do the things I’d never done before, but stayed inside my comfort zone and paced the same old floor. I said it didn’t matter that…
Some people don’t like to see others pursuing their dreams. The Biblical story of Joseph, son of Jacob, is a classic example. Joseph had big dreams. And what was the response of his brothers? They said, “Look, this dreamer is coming! Come therefore, let us kill him now!” Genesis 37:19,20. Life is not easy for…
I recently came across this list of some very interesting comments that another person should never say to a Christian. What caught my eye was the title itself. Wouldn’t you think it would be the other way around? Christians are often scolded for professing their beliefs. So, see what you think about the next fourteen…
What does it mean when the Kingdom Partnership tells pastors, their wives, and their congregations that “WE CARE”? It all begins with “We Understand.” Ministry is a challenge and often times the last straw. Many of our team partners have walked in your shoes. They have experienced the highs and the lows. Thier passion is…
Too many pastors take themselves too seriously and don’t take God seriously enough. I believe we need to reverse that. If I could share a moment with Jesus, it would be when someone, something made Him laugh. Humor is one of the most underrated tools in a pastor’s toolbox. It will make you a better…
4 Things to Do at your Breaking Point Stress is a part of ministry. If you don’t have any stress in your ministry, you’re probably not being very effective. You need a certain amount of stress in your life to accomplish anything. Stress is what gives you the energy, the effort, and the ability to…
As Christ followers, we build many important spiritual habits into our lives – including prayer, Bible reading, gratitude, and so on. All of them will play a critical role in our spiritual journeys. But we must not forget the habit of praising God. It’s particularly important when we’re struggling. What makes praise so important for…
“Our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So, we mix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen, since what seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” I Corinthians 4:17-18 One thing you can always count on in ministry is…
