What to do When You’ve Been Asked to Resign
I made multiple attempts to write this introduction: some quirky, some heartfelt, some funny. But here’s …
Replanting
Weather Most Likely Reason for Churchgoers Skipping Services
Jesus said the gates of hell will not prevail against His church, but sleet and hail …
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3 Tips for Beating the Monday Blues
Let’s be honest. Mondays are tough for pastors. The previous day was spent ministering to the …
4 Ways Pastors Can Make an Impact on Kids in Their Church
This is a follow-up to this post. One of the great joys and responsibilities each of …
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4 Reasons Dying Churches Should Have Hope
In an early episode of the podcast “Revitalize and Replant with Mark Clifton,” the guys discussed …
Measuring Success in Ministry, Part 3
Over the past couple of weeks, we have learned to measure success in a better way. …
4 Reasons Pastors Often Struggle in Their Ministry to Children
Serving the Lord as a pastor is unlike any other calling. Not more important than any …
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Replant Reality: One Battle Away
Replant-Revitalization Reality: In many declined congregations, at least one significant “battle” must be fought in the …
Leveling Up Leadership, Part 2
In the first part of this series, I covered the first two levels of leaders I’ve …
Measuring Success in Ministry, Part 2
I see two kinds of people in the world. One type is wired to love English/history. …