What Does It Mean to “Remember Redemptively”?
“I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making...
Having the Courage to Ask Yourself “Why?”
Maybe you’ve had the experience of cruising along in life, work, or ministry, thinking you’re doing just fine, when someone knocks on...
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...
Welcome to 2026: A Better Life Than You Deserve
I once knew a guy who always answered the question, “How are you doing?” with the rejoinder...
Introduction to The Clay Pot Conspiracy
Yesterday, New Growth Press released my latest book titled The Claypot Conspiracy: God’s Plan to Use Weakness in Leaders. Below is the...
Leader, Our Biggest Problem is Not Other People
What are the greatest obstacles in your life right now? Where are the substantial dangers that will keep you from moving forward? It’s...
Seeing Myself More Clearly
Problems for Christian leaders (and really, any leader) don’t typically start with...
Larry and the Lessons of Long-Term Rewards
Being a leader has tough moments, but plenty of rewards too. There is the joy of helping people to reach their potential or to press on to...
Will You Pass the Test of Praise?
What comes to your mind when you think of being “tested”? For students, testing means awaiting a grade. From the lips of your...
Praying BIG
When it comes to prayer, I think most of us struggle in a similar way. Our prayers can easily get...





