By Dan Reiland Is it possible that your church isn’t a perfect fit for everyone? Everyone is welcome, but maybe another church might meet their unique and individual needs better. That’s not a thought that is easily embraced. Can you say “no” to someone even if it potentially results in them leaving your church? Learning

By Dan Reiland Full disclosure, this post is helpful for all of us who lead, but I’m writing today with young leaders in mind. Looking back at decades of local church ministry, all seven of these practices are essential and will always add value to your life and ministry. Most of the practices are easy

By Dan Reiland When you are out in front and taking new territory, missteps are part of the journey. If you aren’t making mistakes, you probably aren’t truly leading. All leaders make mistakes, the key is to not make the same one twice. If a leader continues to repeat the mistake, it’s an indication

By Dan Reiland One of the most dangerous things about pride is that it’s easy to see in others but difficult to see in ourselves. Any leader can fall prey to pride, and when we think we can’t, the enemy has us right where he wants us. It’s something that can creep up on us