Why should a church set aside special time for spiritual renewal? Certainly the content associated with “revival teaching” can be delivered in a sermon series, or as part of a small group or class curriculum. So, with all the other calendar events vying for attention,...
The only antidote to unconscious pride is conscious humility. Unconscious pride is my heart’s belief that it doesn’t really have need; that it has the resources, wisdom, and authority to move forward without further reference. Of course, unconscious pride is just as...
Which way are you leading? Toward revival? Toward the Great Commission? Toward multiplication? “Wait, Dan, you don’t understand the structure I’m under. I’m not really in charge—the chairman of the board is, or the lead deacon, or the personnel committee, or …” True,...
Every pastor wants to see spiritual movement among his people. And we all long for an outpouring of genuine revival. One of the primary means of grace God has given to see His people revived is the anointed exposition of His Word through our preaching. We cannot...
How are people applying the truths you’re teaching? A signature feature of Life Action’s Revive magazine has always been the final section, “Making It Personal.” This is where information turns to application, and where third person switches to first. It’s not just,...
Are you a great leader? I, for one, have been greatly impacted by leadership sages John Maxwell, Patrick Lencioni, Dave Ramsey, and others. I’m not sure if that makes me a “leader”—just knowing the theories—but it has certainly helped me define things along the way....
