The Power of Vulnerability
by Joani Schultz Who thinks weakness is strong? God. God’s ways are not our ways. The Bible says that. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine. For…
Tag: Why Nobody Wants to Go to Church Anymore
Afraid to Grow
by Thom Schultz What could be stifling growth in the American church—and in individual spiritual growth? A deadly emotion is killing us. It’s widespread, sneaky, crippling, and the very antithesis…
7 Telltale Signs of a Healthy Staff
by Thom Schultz I can usually spot a dysfunctional church staff from a mile off. Certain little indicators tell the story. Conversely, other telltale signs generally telegraph a healthy staff,…
Faith Is Not a Subject
People describe the Christian faith as a “personal relationship with Jesus.” But in the church, how have we gone about encouraging and developing that relationship with Christ? Sadly, our church…
The Prodigal Church?
My husband Thom and I released a book called Why Nobody Wants to Go to Church Anymore. Its message has resonated with tens of thousands of people who see the…
To the Polished, Predictable Church: Surprise Me
Surprise! It’s one of the missing ingredients in today’s church. Most church worship services and programs have become so predictable, so varnished, so rehearsed, and so scripted that any awe…
A Thanksgiving Thank You from Your Volunteers
By Bob D’Ambrosio Since this is the time of year we stop and give thanks, it’s only appropriate that we share with church leaders what their volunteers want them to…
Meet and Greet: Shake and Fake?
by Thom Schultz Whenever a pastor or worship leader prods us to “stand and greet your neighbor,” I muster my little smile and go through the motions. “Good morning. Good…
Would Others Say You’re a Christian?
by Joani Schultz A few years back we met a brilliant, kind, faith-filled gentleman. His name was George Gallup Jr., famous pollster. In the midst of one of our conversations…
Look at me. Look at me.
by Joani Schultz Pick a storm. Any storm. Your storm may be literal—a hurricane, tornado, torrential rain, or blinding blizzard. Your storm may be relational—an estranged family member, a friend’s…
