10-Things I want to GO AWAY!

OK. No need to get offended at my list. This is just an occasional opportunity to “go off” on some things that really get under my skin. I know, I’m supposed to be the “Pastor” and be nice and patient and always loving and understanding with everyone. If you are thinking like that please refer to #1 below! And have a nice day!

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7-Benchmarks of a GREAT LEADER!

It’s hard to know sometimes how you are doing. You aren’t sure if you have what it takes, or if you are doing as well as you should in your area of leadership. That’s when you need a gauge, or a benchmark. A benchmark is a standard you measure against to know if you are making the mark. When it comes to leadership I’ve seen a several of these manifest in great leaders over time… (more…)

5-Times you should say NO!

As a leader, the more you grow, the more “things” come at you, and vie for your attention. It is a big temptation for some leaders to feel they can take it all on and make it work. However, no matter how you “feel” you only have so much to give out, and when you are empty, you are empty! So the best practice is to say no to the things that will drive you to “empty.” We will all have to face stresses that are draining and demanding, but we can’t stay there too long. If we try to run with the low fuel light flashing all the time, we will have nothing to give… So here here are times when it is OK to say no…

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6-Ways to get Out of the “Funk”

Have you ever been in a”Funk.?”  You know that place right? Where you feel discouraged, burned out, stressed out & give out! Well, I know that place all to well, and it seems I visit that place more than I would like, and more often than I would care to admit. The question is not how to get there (we do that on our own quite well), but rather, how do we  get “OUT OF HERE?” Well, having been there often enough I can speak with experience on some things that have helped me get out, after I fall in… (more…)

5-Clues. “Seeker” sensitive or “Spirit” sensitive?

Our church has gone through a transition over the last (2) years. I must admit I LOVE IT! In the past, I was a great advocate of the “attractional” model of church. However, I think that term has become infected with so many “amendments” that it’s not “attractive” any more (to tempting not to pun that). We have come to realize that it’s far more important to spend the time understanding what God has for us, and not focus on things that someone else has done, or do something because it would “prove” we are out of the box. (more…)

10-Hours to prepare a sermon. Go!

OK. Something has happened, come up or changed. And guess what, you da one! You have to be ready to bring the Word with ONLY 10 hours of prep time. Now let’s say you are not allowed to re-heat something old, you have to bring something new. How would you divide your time in the following categories: (Please only choose your top (4), then rank them by #. the first being the one you would spend most time on, then next, etc.) (more…)

You can lead with vision, but only FIRE can keep it BURNING!

I know a lot of leaders who are great leaders. They began with great passion, and maybe a God given vision. But, they stopped there. Somewhere along the way, they believed the lie from Satan, that was all they needed. Vision is VERY draining! And the only thing that will keep you moving hot with God, is by having a fiery relationship with Him, that you refuse to allow anything, anyplace, anyone or any ministry to interfere with. (more…)

10-Q’s that will make a PASTOR go POSTAL!

Being a pastor and leader for almost 30 years (I know I don’t look that old, thanks!), I have heard it all, seen it all, witnessed it all & seen all TOO MUCH! But in the middle of hearing God’s voice, intensely following God’s lead, getting your praise on, someone can ask, call, text, em, dm, Facebook or Twitter you one of these Q’s, and I swear, I want to “go off” on that person so bad, they have no idea! So… (more…)

Find the TREASURE in 3-Minutes!

The Crooked Places Straight! from artie davis on Vimeo.

Is it OK, to kick it ol’ School, (or new school)?

Our church is launching a new service the weekend after Easter called Cornerstone Classic! It’s our 3rd service (8:30), and we are offering a “classic” service. That is NOT TRADITIONAL, but as we call it, “same stuff, softer style.” We will worship with a little older contemporary songs, some updated hymns, brighter lights in the worship center & the sound level down 5-10 db’s.

Some say we are moving away from “who we are.” Well I have always seen us being anywhere it takes to win the most for the Kingdom of God! This is the question…is it OK to offer different “venues” of worship styles, or is that compromising on your identity as a church?

Give me your opinion bellow (↓).