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4 Things Churches Need to Stop Posting on Social Media
If FOMO is the fear of missing out on what other people are doing, then FOBI is the fear of being ignored. In other words, we subconsciously want other people to know that we’re doing stuff.
Why Your Church Shouldn’t Use Social Media
Wait, what? Did you read that headline correctly? Is this guy really trying to argue that the church shouldn’t be on social media? Doesn’t that fly in the face of what practically everyone says about social media?
Why Church Humor is Like Garlic
Why cooking with too much garlic using a meal-prep service reminded me about church humor. Allow me to explain.
How to Succeed as an Introverted Church Communicator
As a strong introvert working in communications, I was curious if I was the only one. How many other people like me work in an extroverted field while being an introvert?
The Old and New Opiates of the Masses
To paraphrase 18th century German philosopher Karl Marx, “Religion is the opiate of the masses.” This now famous phrase essentially meant that organized religion helps ease the ailments of mankind.
Year-End Giving: 5 Ways You Can Increase End of Year Giving
End of year giving is HUGE for churches and nonprofit organizations. Here are five ways you can increase your year-end giving.
End of Year Giving: 5 Must-Know Stats
Is your church ready for end of year giving? Here are 5 must-know stats.
The Importance of Clarity in Church Marketing
Any company or business that’s too complicated for customers to understand won’t have many customers at all. When you over-complicate, you lose customers and sales.
Using Your Church Building for More Than Church
When Andy Oliver was appointed senior pastor at Allendale United Methodist Church in St. Petersburg, Fla., in 2016, the 100-year-old church was in significant decline and thinking about closing.
Building Influence Through Community Leadership
Anyone can google the definition of influence. You may even take the time to read a few books or blog posts on the topic of influence. But actual influence does not come easily. Building lasting influence takes time and work.
What Is First Fruit? A Short Guide
What is first fruit? What is the difference between first fruit and tithes? Find out these answers and more in this short guide.
Lyft Your Eyes to Jesus: Why Ride-Sharing Can Be the Next Ministry Frontier
The local church has all kinds of opportunities to serve people, address real issues, and build meaningful relationships in their community. Maybe ride sharing is just another tool in the ministry toolbox.
Buying a Church Building Isn’t Always the Best Thing to Do
(But Here’s When It Is) Considering whether or not to buy a building for your church?
3 Reasons Why Your Church Isn’t Spending Money on Mission
Is church drifting? Are you no longer spending money on mission? Here are three reasons why this might be the case.
4 Steps to Leading Up to Your Senior Pastor
Don’t expect to convince your pastor of an idea at the last minute. Inception takes time and careful planning. So flush out your idea. Make it as watertight as possible. Figure out what your leader might object to. Be ready to explain and defend it.
Read my personal musings
Besides my professional writing, I do a good deal of personal writing on Medium.