From Creation to Re-Creation: The Biblical Narrative in Six Acts
I love telling stories. Stories capture the imagination much more than statements of doctrine or long, leather-bound doctrinal books....
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Tim Ahlman
Feb 53 min read
Three Confessional Lutheran Perspective on Bridging Divides
I pray for unity in the LCMS. I pray for brotherly charity between pastors and lay leaders in diverse contexts, united around our common...
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Tania Hilton
Jan 292 min read
Tim's Top 10: A Monday Morning Dive into Life-Changing Reads for Spiritual Leaders
Let's explore a diverse collection that transcends genres, from spiritual enlightenment to leadership insights and the timeless wisdom...
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Tim Ahlman
Jan 223 min read
The Transformative Power of Feedback in Vulnerable Friendship
“Can I give you some feedback?” Those words can make the hair on your arms stand up, your heart rate quicken, your lips purse, your eyes...
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Tim Ahlman
Jan 154 min read
The Dynamic Tension of Satisfaction and Growth in Ministry
Great leaders are always satisfied and never satisfied. They are always satisfied with their identity in Christ. They are never satisfied...
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Tim Ahlman
Jan 83 min read
Unveiling the Power of Gospel-Centered Preaching in Pastoral Shepherding
We recently interviewed Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy on the topic of pastoral leadership. Leadership and shepherding as a pastor is synonymous....
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Tim Ahlman
Jan 13 min read
The Power of Emotions in Church: How Your Leadership Can Shape Your Congregation's Emotional System
Leadership is disappointing and disrupting people at a rate they can handle. Change is always needed. Change starts with you. The primary...
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Tim Ahlman
Dec 25, 20232 min read
An Unshakeable Hope: Embracing the True Meaning of Christmas Amidst Life's Uncertainties
I hope you have a Merry Christmas. “Hope” gets thrown around a lot in our culture. I hope the economy turns around. I hope to get the...
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Tim Ahlman
Dec 18, 20232 min read
Finding Your North Star: How to Lead from the Balcony with Precision during Turbulent Times.
Conflict and strife are all around us. The anxiety in the geo-political landscape seeps into the life of the American Church. People are...
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Tim Ahlman
Dec 11, 20234 min read
The Pitfalls of Power, Humility, and the Identity Crisis in the LCMS
Power is not the way of Jesus. Humility is. Coercive tribalism is not the way of Jesus. Humble unity is. Pastors and leaders are not to...
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Tim Ahlman
Dec 4, 20233 min read
Confession and Absolution: Bridging Divides in the LCMS and Beyond
I believe confession of sin is a declining skill. One would think that the older one grows, the easier confession becomes. Why? We know...
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Jack Kalleberg
Nov 27, 20234 min read
10 Reasons Why Your Church Needs an Executive Director
Dear frustrated Pastor… Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the scale of your responsibilities? Have you ever thought, “I wish I were...
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Tim Ahlman
Nov 20, 20233 min read
Faith on the Field: 4 Insights for Church Leaders from a Football Coach
I am nearing the end of my first year coaching high school football. (Go Gilbert Christian High School Knights!) My son is in his...
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Renee Bennett
Nov 13, 20233 min read
Freedom of a Christian: Embracing Grace in Everyday Choices
How many of us struggle with decisions? I know I do. Sometimes, I really wish I could pull a WWJD (What Would Jesus Do) magic wand out of...
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Nick Graff
Nov 6, 20234 min read
The Unforgiving Slave by Nick Graff
The Unforgiving Slave (Matthew 18:21-35) is my all-time favorite parable. I know, the ESV and the NIV, along with most other modern...
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Tim Ahlman
Oct 30, 20233 min read
Mastering the Art of Weekly Check-Ins: A Recipe for Building Strong Ministry Teams
By now, you know that you should not do ministry by yourself. Always work on a team. Discover and develop apprentices. If you work alone,...
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Tim Ahlman
Oct 23, 20232 min read
Encouraging Dialogue in the LCMS: Why Healthy Leaders Let People Talk
Encouraging Dialogue in the LCMS: Why Healthy Leaders Let People Talk
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Tim Ahlman
Oct 16, 20233 min read
Finding Hope and Understanding in the Midst of Israel's Ongoing Conflict
We have all been rocked by the brutality of war in Israel between Hamas and Jews. I’ve cried over the evil of mutilating and beheading...
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Jack Kalleberg
Oct 9, 20232 min read
Unlocking Church Growth: The One-Person Rule for Powerful Leadership Development
We all know that strong leadership is essential for a thriving church, but how can we make sure we're continuously nurturing and growing...
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Joe Beran
Oct 2, 20235 min read
Learning From The Pilot Program That Saved The Air Corps by Joe Beran
It was the year 1934, and the United States of America had a huge problem. Exposed corruption around contracts for the Postal Service led...
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