Ever feel like we live in an environment where individuals are far too willing to believe the worst and far too unwilling to do the hard work of determining whether the story is true? Misinformation and disinformation may be to blame. Misinformation is false or inaccurate information that is communicated regardless of an intention toContinue reading “Misinformation vs. Disinformation”
Category Archives: Pastor helps
If Jesus Said No, Maybe You Should Too
Do you have a hard time saying no? If you do, then you are not alone. I never thought saying no to various requests was difficult for me until I tried it. I soon discovered that the reason I do not have a hard time saying no is because I seldom say it. Like mostContinue reading “If Jesus Said No, Maybe You Should Too”
Boundaries for Leaders
Have you ever had a week when you wanted to talk to the person who packed your schedule so full of tasks and events? I know I have. When our schedule stretches beyond the bounds of practicality, we usually end up accomplishing less. We need boundaries. What is a boundary and why do I needContinue reading “Boundaries for Leaders”
Preach on Hell!
What are you pretending not to notice in your place of ministry? I hated that question with a passion when it was first asked to me by a mentor in the ministry, but the question has never left my mind. A leadership principle I’ve learned is that the problems we ignore will continue. In otherContinue reading “Preach on Hell!”
What Am I Missing?
Sometimes one well-placed question can change everything. I recently heard a well-known leadership expert describe a question that changed everything for him. He described himself as a person who felt he was usually right about most decisions and plans. He, half-jokingly, said he would often tell staff members that things could go much faster andContinue reading “What Am I Missing?”
Leadership Blindspots
A small blindspot can result in a big problem. Unfortunately, we all have blindspots whether we realize it or not. Imagine this fictitious conversation with your insurance agent following an accident where your car and the other car was seriously damaged, and all occupants were injured. Insurance Agent: “Sir what was the cause of theContinue reading “Leadership Blindspots”
Reflecting on 2020
What a Year! There are a lot of reasons to remember 2020 and many of them are not good ones. However, it is a year to remember for many positives, too. Here are five potential “2020 Headlines” that stand out to me: Kentucky Baptist Pastors Led Well: While seeking some reassurance from a fellow state executiveContinue reading “Reflecting on 2020”
Thankful for God’s faithfulness now and in days ahead
Thank you, Kentucky Baptists! Coming out of our Kentucky Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in Owensboro we have much to be thankful for and much to look forward to. Here are three things for which I give thanks to God for Kentucky Baptists: I thank God for caring churches: Over 2,300 Kentucky Baptist churches care for theirContinue reading “Thankful for God’s faithfulness now and in days ahead”
Thanksgiving…more than a holiday
What do ministry burnout and thanksgiving have in common? Much. Let me explain. In 2008, or thereabouts, I found myself experiencing something that I had not known prior to that time. The church I was serving was doing well. People were being saved and discipled. Progress in our ministry to the community was happening. MyContinue reading “Thanksgiving…more than a holiday”
Dr. Todd Gray 