What does it mean to live in an apocalyptic culture? And, if so, how do Christians respond to the issue(s) of the day. This post has been on my mind for some time. Feel free to add to the conversation.

Our hearts reveal what type of organizations/congregations we lead. Is your heart soft and pliable to change? Is your organization and/or congregation open to pivot to the post-COVID world? This article is about how to keep your heart soft so that you can lead open-handed organizations and congregations.

What ministry trends do you see in 2021? Feel free to join the DUCO conversation.

How do you build resiliency in the midst of a modern-day pandemic? This discussion is about exploring how to build self-awareness towards personal, practical, and professional resiliency. Feel free to add to the conversation.

In 2004, LEGO redesigned EVERYTHING to address their declined influence around the world. Today, in 2020, LEGO is the second largest toy maker in the world and has experienced the highest level of success in their history. In reflection, here are 5 ways the Church can learn from LEGO to address decline and realize the infinite potential the Church has in our world today.

Today is the World Day of Suicide Awareness and Prevention. Unfortunately, suicide is the second leading cause of deaths between the ages of 18-35 and is increasing on a daily basis during COVID.

I have experienced the painful realities of suicide myself. My younger brother was tragically taken away from us FAR too early. This post is to offer practical HOPE for those who are struggling with self-destructive thoughts and suicide. You are NOT alone!

If you work with people for a living, there will be times you will experience disappointment, be misunderstood, hurt (intentionally or unintentionally), and perhaps even betrayed. AND as ministerial leaders, we have to be careful not to become calloused by it.

It is easy to slide into pessimism, overly critical, and angry. It is easy to justify the hurt caused by others.

WHY? well, because we live in a broken world.

With that said, Jesus (which is the leaders of ALL leaders) experienced this too. He was disappointed in others, misunderstood by many, hurt by those closest to him, and was even betrayed.

BUT, Jesus remained soft to those who hurt him.

HOW is this possible? Here are 5 observations I see.

Is your preaching engaging people through COVID? How do you know people are being transformed? In my experience, I have seen these 5 principles at play when engagement levels rise… I hope this post will encourage you today.

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Win with DUCO this summer as the next mentorship intake is for September 15, 2020. Limited spots are available. Check out the details here.