Ground Rules for Gospel Greatness
On Alexander the Great’s tombstone, the words are (allegedly) written: “A tomb now suffices for...
Learning to Love the Church More Than Me
I don’t know about you, but being a bellhop is not exactly on my dream board. Memorable preacher? Yes. Founder of a prestigious...
Fear Not: How Christmas Vanquishes Fear
“Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of...
When Feelings Falter, Christmas Holds
Christmas doesn’t always feel like Christmas. For some, it’s joy and laughter. For others,...
When Was The Last Time You Felt “Wonder”?
“And in the same region, there were shepherds out in the field keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared...
When You Are Overlooked
Has there ever been a time when you didn’t get the glory you thought you deserved? Maybe your ministry in the church wasn’t...
A Breath of Fresh Leadership
When we breathe the air of a consumer culture, we can’t draw enough oxygen to achieve spiritual...
The Succession Plan: Planting and Strengthening into the Next Generation
Last year, GCC president Dave Harvey submitted, for consideration, a succession plan to the GCC board. The plan included Dave’s...
Leaders, the Suffering You Hate Produces the Resilience You Need*
In 1941, imprisoned at Dachau, Polish craftsman Franz Kempa fashioned a violin from scraps of wood and makeshift tools. Hidden inside was a...
Leaders, Prepare for Difficulty
How would you respond if someone told you today, “Listen, I can’t give you details, but just...
