Discussion Questions: 1. How can pastors practically build trust with their congregations, and why is follow-through on commitments crucial for maintaining trust? 2. What are the different dimensions of trust that Mike Bonem discusses, and how might a leader address each dimension to prevent the erosion of trust? 3. Why is leading with trust especially…
Discussion Questions: 1. In what ways do you think faith can enhance our capacity for exploration, as argued by Dwight Gibson? 2. Why do you think Tod Bolsinger uses the phrase “adventure or die” when discussing the church’s need for exploration? What implications does this have for church leadership today? 3. How do you perceive…
Discussion Questions: 1. How do Warren Brown and Brad Strawn define the concept of the “Christian life” in contrast to individualistic or private spiritual experiences? 2. Discuss the importance of communal involvement and outward action in the Christian faith as portrayed by the guests. How does this compare to the typical focus on individual spirituality…
Discussion Questions: 1. How do you interpret Steve Cuss’s use of the term “infecting” when discussing leadership anxiety and differentiation? 2. Can you recall an instance when you felt your anxiety was “contagious” within your team or organization? How did it impact the group dynamics? 3. Tod Bolsinger mentioned that anxiety can make people “stupid”…
Let’s be honest… In a world rapidly changing, the church is standing at the precipice of a pivotal transformation. This isn’t just another minor shift; it’s a seismic movement signaling that the very heart of worship and community is being redefined. Enter the Nomads Enter the ‘nomads,’ as Terry Walling calls them—a growing population…