Category: Leadership
Another Aspect of Good Stewardship
When we say the word “stewardship,” our minds immediately go to giving or the tithe. In the congregation, they immediately think “Oh, no, another ‘giving sermon!’” Actually there are not
SBC Church Compensation Survey
Help create an accurate, reliable database that will be used by thousands of churches to help determine fair compensation for their church staff. In case your on the edge, here
Following basic tips could lessen risks
Well-trained and well-maintained” is a good motto for churches when it comes to vehicle safety, said Chip Smith, an associate in the office of LeaderCare and church administration at the
Employ, manage church personnel the right way
The work of the personnel team is among the most important tasks in any church, and accordingly, members of the group must be chosen carefully, according to Chip Smith, associate
Church Revitalization Book Review: Smooth Sailing, How to Avoid Storms in Your Ministry
Jerry Wilkins is one of us, having served as the associational missionary for the Tuscaloosa County Baptist Association for 28 years. During that time, Jerry developed a reputation for excellence in leadership
My Pledge to You!
I believe in a decision of rededication of one’s life to Christ. I have preached that conviction throughout my pastoral ministry. Several times in public worship services, I have publicly
Pastors should boldly preach on biblical principles of giving
Many pastors and congregations dread the tithing sermon that surfaces every so often, but “stewardship is part of our desire to give back to God’s work,” Bobby DuBois told Shelby
A Personal Ministry Audit
I do not remember the first time I used the term “ministry audit” but, for some time now, we at the State Board of Missions have been using this approach
Cleburne Association holds church security conference
Cleburne Baptist Association held a church security conference June 8 at Heflin Baptist Church. The conference discussed several topics such as building security during services, van security, background checks for
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