Notable Voices: January 30, 2016

6 Reasons Why Church Leaders Are Afraid to Talk About Money — Art Rainer

As a pastor or church leader, do you dread preaching on money? One of these six reasons might be why.

 

The Three Most Undervalued Staff Positions at Your Church — Milan Ford

These findings have less to do with salary range and more to do with lack of feedback opportunities and poor work-life balance. Pastors, take time to converse with the staff positions listed here as well as the rest of your staff. Make sure your entire staff feels valued.

 

12 Church Enemies — David Murray

The members on David’s list are found in many churches, but he reminds us our response to them should be rooted in Matthew 5:44-45.

 

How to Be a Prolific Writer — Daniel Darling

While number four might be the most important for what you write, number six is the most important factor in whether or not people will actually read what you write.

 

48 Scattered Thoughts about Pastoral Ministry and Being a Pastor — Scott Slayton

This is a great list from Scott. There is so much practical advice found here, as well as a great name drop in #15.

 

Seven of the Biggest Frustrations for a Leader — Ron Edmondson

Ron names these as his biggest frustrations, but my guess is that every pastor or leader would agree that these frustrations are real and present almost every week.

 

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