Notable Voices: October 16, 2014

5 Reasons Why Ministry Leaders Should Pay Attention to Their Budgets — Art Rainer

Ministry leaders show have a great responsibility in managing both people and money. Are you doing the best you can at stewarding the financial resources of your ministry?

 

5 Reasons Why There Are No Millennials in Your Church — Chris Martin

Chris covers everything from social media to worship to politics in this post. But the underlying principle is that Millennials want authenticity, excellence, and community. The lack of these elements—in any aspect of your church—will be a deterrent to Millennials and many more.

 

10 Burdens About the Southern Baptist Convention — Ronnie Floyd

Last week, I shared the first half of Ronnie’s list. Here are the final five burdens he has for the convention.

 

Four Reasons Why Some Preachers Get Better and Others Don’t — Hershael York

While knowing the text of a sermon is important, Hershael shows how a burning calling, teachable spirit, passionate heart, and reckless abandon are critical to growing as a preacher.

 

5 Good Words of Pastoral Advice That Stuck — Jared Wilson

Jared shares five words of wisdom he has picked up from pastors over the years and how they have helped shape his pastoral ministry.

 

Don’t Quit Yet, Pastor: Revitalization Might Be Right Around the Corner — Eric McKiddie

I’ve mentioned both here on the blog and in my podcast that pastors often leave right before revitalization is about to occur. The frustration mounts, the pastor throws in the towel, and the revitalization that was just around the corner never happens. Eric encourages pastors to stick with their church and see the revitalization through.

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