Category Archives: Church Leadership

10 attributes of good preaching

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

A great model for preaching that could restore dignity and power to many pulpits! Continue reading →

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Ministry to widows from Ukraine

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

The war against Ukraine is leaving in its wake thousands of widows. Church leaders will need wisdom in clarifying needs and mobilizing their churches for effective ministry. Continue reading →

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After 36 years as a pastor

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Consider what is perhaps the most important lesson for a Church leader. Continue reading →

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Double-Tongued 

Posted on March 6, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Since gossip is the native language of the modern church, the qualification is as important today as it was 2,000 years ago. Continue reading →

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Social Justice and the Church

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

If we live in a political system that allows us to sit at the table to seek the good that leads to laws and policies, we should not neglect such an opportunity and privilege. Continue reading →

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A neglected ministry in the Church 

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Fellowship is more than unconditional love that wraps its arms around someone who is hurting. It is also tough love that hold one fast to the truth and the pursuit of righteousness. Continue reading →

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3 things to remember before condemning another

Posted on January 25, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

These three warnings take the conversation to the highest possible level. Continue reading →

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A common trait of God’s servants

Posted on December 28, 2021 by Wisdomforlife

Write a one paragraph summary of what you learn about a common trait of God’s servants from the examples listed. Continue reading →

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Unless you become like little children?

Posted on September 4, 2021 by Wisdomforlife

Becoming childlike is not a reference to being “innocent as a child” or having the “simple faith of a child”. So what does it mean? Continue reading →

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What is legalism and what can we do about it?

Posted on August 13, 2021 by Wisdomforlife

Teach this to your church leaders and to the entire congregation. Make it part of your membership process. Continue reading →

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