I don’t know about you, but I tend to box myself in.  I find something that works, then stick with that plan 100% until I have completely run it into the ground.
And that’s not a good thing.
When it comes to serving in ministry, “boxes” are helpful, but should constantly be evaluated…and burned if necessary.
That’s why [...]

I had a chance to watch The Summit live, but many people didn’t have that opportunity.  So, Lifeway has made the video available for you to watch.  And, just like the conference, this video is FREE.
I blogged the event, including highlights from the entire week while the small group experts were in Nashville, at Rick [...]

I asked this question on Twitter:

I was hoping to get a list of the conferences that people I know and trust are attending.  I did.  And the list was huge.  It included men’s conferences, pastor’s conferences, conferences close by, and others far away.  Some designed to equip you to be a better leader.  Others focused [...]

Whether you’re a professional or not, you can operate like one.
I meet with people a lot.  A whole lot!
Invariably, lots of folks have to reschedule.  And I love it when they let me know beforehand.
I was supposed to meet with Rick Howerton today in Nashville (about a 45 minute drive from Clarksville, where I live).  [...]

“Sunday School guys” and “small group guys” are often pitted against each other.  Here are some of the stereotypes:
Sunday schools help people to grow in Biblical knowledge…small groups don’t.
Small groups build healthy relationships…Sunday schools don’t really care about the relational aspect.
Small groups are relevant…Sunday school was relevant 50 years ago.
Sunday school really helps people go [...]