Notable Voices and the Week in Review: June 22, 2019

From Around the Web:
Three Habits That Make You A Better Decision Maker — Shawn Lovejoy
Our life is largely guided by the decisions we make. The small decisions we make every day have a bigger impact on our success than a few big ones. We are all one or two bad decisions away from destroying our life and one or two good decisions away from turning our life around. So, how do we become a person that makes good decisions on a normal basis?
Colorado Pastor Announced as LifeWay President and CEO Candidate — Facts & Trends
The presidential search committee of LifeWay Christian Resources’ trustees has unanimously recommended Dr. Ben Mandrell become the entity’s next president and CEO. LifeWay’s board of trustees will vote on the recommendation during a special-called session Friday, June 28, in Atlanta. If elected, Mandrell will become the 10th president of the 128-year-old organization.
12 Characteristics of the Best Church Staff Members — Chuck Lawless
Over the years, I’ve met some great church staff members. I’ve also met some problematic ones, but they’ve hardly been numerous. Here are some of the characteristics I’ve seen in the best staff members I’ve known:
How to Greet Visitors to Your Church on Sunday — David McLemore
Some of us are more outgoing than others. Some of us can talk in groups better than one-on-one. But all of us have a responsibility to welcome others into the church God has called us to. There are countless ways to do this, but for those who find it hard to know where to start, here are six ways to greet new people on Sunday.
This Week at ThomRainer.com:

Revitalize Network Convention 2020: A History Begins
In the midst of the gloomy stats and conflicted churches, something amazing has been taking place. In the midst of pessimism and frustration, something hopeful has been arising…READ MORE

Just How Bad Is the Summer Slump? Six Discoveries
We are now full into the summer season. I am thankful for these insights on the summer slump from many pastors…READ MORE
Seven Updated Strategies for the Pastor’s First 90 Days
by Thom Rainer and Jonathan Howe | Rainer on Leadership
http://media.blubrry.com/thomrainer/s3.amazonaws.com/rainerpodcast/Rainer-on-Leadership/Episode546.mp3
Eight Updates on Sunday Evening Services
by Thom Rainer and Jonathan Howe | Rainer on Leadership
http://media.blubrry.com/thomrainer/s3.amazonaws.com/rainerpodcast/Rainer-on-Leadership/Episode547.mp3
When Does a Church Need a Modest Revitalization?
by Thom Rainer and Jonathan Howe | Revitalize & Replant
http://media.blubrry.com/revitalizereplant/s3.amazonaws.com/rainerpodcast/Revitalize-and-Replant/RR-Episode098.mp3