(1) Interest and time are inversely proportional. The greater my interest, the shorter the sermon. (2) Interest and investment are directly proportional. The more you put in, the more I take out. (3) If it’s where I live, my attention is yours to lose. (4) The more you care about me, the more I’ll hear. […]
Category: Church
Seven Things I’ve Learned About Leading a Worship Team
(1) Joy and energy are infectious. If you have a great time, others will too. (2) The point is effectiveness, not efficiency. Less than smooth is okay. Worship is human, not mechanical. (3) Let people operate in their giftedness. A world-class pianist shouldn’t be put on the bass. The effect is better when the expression is […]
What kind of church attracts students?
The most recent edition of Immerse, a bimonthly journal for youthworkers, features a thoughtful piece* on churches that attract and retain students. The author, Christy Lang, cites several research papers and presents findings both surprising and useful. Here are three samples from her article: Drawing on developmental theory, Lytch notes that adolescents have particular needs […]
Rescuing students
Picture this. You’re reading through James and you spot this verse: My brothers and sisters, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring that person back, remember this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of their way will save them from death and cover over a multitude of sins […]
Your worst moments are your strongest influence
This is a straight pickup from Seth Godin’s blog. Seth is a successful entrepreneur, marketer, and bestselling author. Not sure he’s religious, but he clearly knows the heart. You can read more about Seth here. Here’s what he had to say about everyday opportunities to wield good influence: Your worst moments are your best opportunity. […]
