Notable Voices: July 17, 2014

Leading from the Pulpit – Eric Geiger

There’s a big difference in leading from the pulpit and using the pulpit to abuse and bully those listening to your sermons. The first is the sign of a mature pastor. The latter is not.

 

4 Important Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Blog – Eric McKiddie

I still feel more pastors should have blogs. It’s such an effective way to help shepherd your church in the digital age. If you’re still on the fence about it, let these four tips from Eric guide your decision.

 

Nine Secrets Your Pastor’s Wife Wishes You Knew – Christina Stolaas

Almost every time I speak with a pastor’s wife, I hear one of these statements.

 

Four Questions to Ask When Creating a Social Media Position for Your Church – Darrel Girardier

I’ve recently written about why your church needs someone running social media. Darrel shares how to determine what kind of person to get.

 

21 Signs Your Church Needs to Change – Carey Nieuwhof

Carey has put together a list of questions which will get to the heart of every church. I would encourage you to read these with a humble heart.

 

10 Keys to Being a Great Employee – Brad Lomenick

Leaders in the church or a company are still employees at the end of the day. But being a great leader doesn’t automatically mean you’re a great employee.

 

2014 Update: The Largest SBC Churches – Thom Rainer

Last Saturday I posted a list of the largest churches in my denomination, the Southern Baptist Convention. Here is a graphic that shows the top 100 reporting churches by their location and some other related stats. It also has the stats for the next 100 (they are not on the map).

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