For those churches that are doing multiple services, Nelson Searcy and I recorded a podcast that talks about a strategy for combining services on occasion that creates a win for your church.   It's a free resource and you can download the talk here.  

In the spirit of full disclosure, let me say that Jason has been a close friend of mine for the last 13 years. We were in a band together, he was one staff with me at Calvary Fellowship, he was the best man at my wedding and I was the best man at his wedding.   Jason left our staff almost 3 years ago to pursue his dream of writing.  Last week I got the realization of his dream in the mail as he was kind enough to mail me a copy of his book, 10 Things I hate about … Read More

Greg Laurie has been a huge influence in my life since the time I was a young Christian.  I would listen to his Bible studies and grow in my understanding on God's Word.  Then later, as a Pastor, I would listen to Greg to hear how he presented the Gospel.  I have listened to literally hundreds of Greg's sermons and have visited Harvest several times while in Southern California.   I finally picked up a copy of his latest book, "Lost Boy" and let me say, it was great!  There were parts of this book that moved me to tears. … Read More

– No Sunday stuff this week due to the fact that I wasn't at Calvary Fellowship on Sunday (Although I heard that Mark did a great job teaching).   – I attended Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa on Sunday (for those who aren't familiar with the Calvary Chapel movement, this is the church that started it all).  Great service.  Pastor Chuck taught an amazing message.  I could listen to him read the phone book and I'd still take notes!   – Had great Zero to Sixty and Fusion seminars on Thursday.  It was great to connect with church leaders here in … Read More

First, let me say that I'm a huge fan of Wayne Cordiero and New Hope.  I read Doing Church as a Team several years ago and now it has become required reading for our staff.   Wayne gave a message at the Leadership Summit a few years back called "Dead Leader Running" and it rocked my world.  So when I heard that he had written a book that was based on the burnout experience had spoke of in his Summit talk, I pre-ordered it and waited with baited breath for it to arrive.   Needless to say, Leading on Empty … Read More

– Awesome Sunday!  – Great crowd.  Lots of first time guests – Mark was out of town, so Joel led worship.  He did a great job.   – Taught Revelation 2:8-11.  Talked about trials and being under pressure.  People seemed to really connect with the message.   – I met a bunch of people who are new to the church and God is doing a work in their lives.   – 16 people prayed to receive Jesus this morning. That's what it's all about!  – Looking forward to teaching this seminar on Thursday in Southern California.  You can go to … Read More