(Ed. note: Ken Sande says publicly disciplining sinful and wanton church members is good for the church, and it's good for the one disciplined. Then why do so few church practice discipline today?)
How do churches need to think differently about church discipline?The word "discipline" describes two aspects of church life. First there is formative discipline. This is the idea of bringing people to maturity ...
Your pastor suddenly announces that he's retiring. A major industry in your community closes and your leadership moves away. Your congregation grows and you suddenly realize your current leaders are unable to keep up with the demands on their time.
These events are part of the natural flow of life. But it still leaves churches with a constant challenge—where do you find qualified leaders to replace ...
Equip the Saints to Lead Training the board is one of the most effective ways to increase unity and efficiency. Larry Osborne
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Set up an on-the-job training program to expose your board members to the same insights and principles the pastor was exposed to during his training for ministry. Zero in on practical theology. When your board members are trained like pastors, many will think like pastors. Even when you disagree, you will have an easier time understanding and appreciating each other's viewpoints and will make better-informed ...
Here are eight areas a church must address to transform committees into teams:
1. Decide who serves. Choosing leaders already involved in ministry is one clear biblical priority. Select based on commitment to ministry, faith, a clear job description, and an understanding of what really needs to be done.
2. Recruit honestly. As leaders, we want to teach people how to discern God's will and hear his calling. ...
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