F. L. Anderson

Why It's Time To Activate Small Groups

2020-07-17T21:05:00.013-05:00

Things are not going back to the way they were. Let’s be honest, certainly not back to the way some would like.

Why It’s Time To Click The 'Install Updates Now' Button On "Church"

2020-06-22T13:56:00.023-05:00

After three months of unprecedented disruption and changes many predicted that things would be settling down by now and church as we know it would be back to normal. But that's not happening.

5 Focus Points For Leaders As You Return To Your Buildings

2020-05-25T19:29:00.019-05:00

I believe numbers and data can be useful and can be used to help make decisions. There used to put together plans and strategies, give confirmation, and bring clarity.

Will You Step Back Into The Past When You Step Back Into Your Building?

2020-05-11T17:09:00.016-05:00

As your church closes out the 2nd month and enters into the 3rd month of the Coronavirus shutdown, and as you begin to re-open, there is one big thing to consider. Will stepping back into the past kill your future?

How to Encourage Yourself In a Crisis

2020-05-03T09:14:00.002-05:00

Got Coronavirus fatigue yet?

At 8 to 9 weeks in, depending on what part of the world you're in, this virus is taking a toll. Not just on the economy, or ministry as a whole, but also on its leaders, mentally and emotionally.

Why Online/Digital Ministry is Real Ministry

2020-04-19T08:12:00.001-05:00

So now that your church or ministry is online, you're at least live streaming if nothing else. Maybe you're asking yourself, can we really do ministry online? Is online ministry real ministry?

4 Ways To Lead Through Crisis and Stay Relevant

2020-03-25T15:36:00.000-05:00

Leadership is hard. If you are a leader of just about anything, you already know this.

Right now leaders are leading in uncharted territory and the pressure is greater than ever.

This is all new. We are all learning as we go, wondering and asking the who, what, when and how. Praying in hopes of getting these answers.

The Coronavirus: The Wisest THINGS Ministry Can Do

2020-03-12T20:00:00.000-05:00

I don’t like this Coronavirus (AKA) “COVID-19 pandemic”. I don’t like the media hype around it and I certainly don’t like the way politicians are using it for political gain.

I’m not going to overreact. I'm not stockpiling toilet paper and hand sanitizer to sell back to you on ebay and Amazon either. I will however, as much as I can, understand this crises, take precautions and pay attention. I suggest you do the same because those you lead are watching how you respond.

2020 Is The Future: 4 Things Ministry Leaders Need To Do

2020-01-12T11:29:00.001-06:00

2020 is the beginning of an all-digital, artificial intelligence, cloud-based age. It’s an emerging trend that will change everything.

Here’s a tip, ministry will not be immune from this trend. It's a trend that will force many leaders out.

Your Suffering Doesn't Exempt You From God's Call

2019-07-28T07:47:00.000-05:00

If you're following me on Instagram you know that recently I released three new t-shirt designs. One of which is the one you see above. Since then I've received comments on Instagram, like, "This one hit me hard". Also some wanted to know the motivation or inspiration behind the message. I'm glad you asked.

Why Quick Easy Wins are So Important

2019-07-21T11:19:00.000-05:00

Like anyone else, the one thing ministry leaders have in common is we get discouraged. Our issues vary and I talk about some of them on my blog.

I’ll be the first to admit that a large part of the battle, when it comes to leading in ministry, is overcoming discouragement.

5 Tips to Finding the Right Ministry Network

2019-07-02T00:00:00.000-05:00

Networking is important for many reasons. From providing access to a diverse group of people, to fueling creativity.

6 Ways To Break Out of A “Church as Usual” Mindset

2019-05-06T15:05:00.000-05:00

Breaking out of a “church as usual” mindset requires the use of imagination and original ideas. It requires creativity and to be creative in ministry, you will have to be like Jesus and break with tradition and the status quo.

5 Reasons Why Seniors in Any Ministry Struggle With Change

2019-03-18T16:33:00.001-05:00

Changes come with every generation. However, as we grow older, we tend to struggle with more.

Change for many seniors is difficult and so they'll tend to cling to the traditional and status quo for a sense of security.

6 Signs It’s Time Ministry Adapt and Change

2019-03-04T15:13:00.000-06:00

I'm sure you've noticed that ministry has changed. The landscape is much different now. It has many different looks, niches, platforms and audiences.

More than ever, the ability to adapt and change to fit these new ministry dynamics is crucial.

Understanding Your Digital Platform

2019-01-21T15:58:00.000-06:00

So, your ministry has a digital platform? The question is, do you or someone on your team understand how to effectively use it?

4 Reasons Why Doing Something NEW Helps a Ministry Flourish

2018-10-22T18:28:00.000-05:00

I am convinced, that one of the reasons why the Christian faith was so successful in the 1st century, was because it was new.

The Future 'Church' Meets Anytime... Anywhere... Sometimes...

2018-08-05T17:21:00.001-05:00

The digital age. It's not going anywhere. So embrace it. To ignore it, is the worst thing you can do.

Why You Should Build A Ministry Around A Product, Not A Person

2018-07-20T00:00:00.000-05:00

Too often ministries, organizations and even businesses are built around a person, rather than a product (your mission or vision). That one or more things your organization does well.

What You Should Know About My Resources

2018-07-01T12:14:00.000-05:00

Some of you may be wondering about my resources, what's in them and how can they help you.

Here's what you should know:

9 Reasons Why Ministries Should Build an Email List

2018-06-17T11:40:00.000-05:00

In the past, I've talked about why being online and using social media is so important for ministry.

I've tested and experimented with just about all the social platforms to determine it's relevance for ministries. And what I've discovered is, depending on the ministry and your audience, some social media platforms work better than others.

Why Bishop Curry's Message Connected With So Many

2018-05-20T10:33:00.000-05:00

Until early Saturday morning while sitting in the barber shop, I'd never heard of Bishop Michael Curry. Had I not been scrolling through social media and reading messages of excitement about what he was saying, I'd still not know him.

Unless you're from Chicago, you may have never heard of him either. But after his message at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the whole world knows him now.

Why What "They Say" is Not Necessarily True

2018-04-16T06:30:00.000-05:00

I can’t even remember how many times I’ve read the illustration Jesus gave about old and new wine skins, in Luke 5:36-39. The last time I read it, I wrote a blog and asked the question, Is Your Ministry Operating Within Systems That are No Longer Valid? I'm still asking this question.

Why an Ideal Environment Can Help You Thrive

2018-01-29T06:00:00.000-06:00

Humans are like plants in many ways. ("Then the LORD God formed the man from the dust of the ground.") Gen. 2:7.

Like plants, humans also have an eco-system. A large community linked together in various ways. A body of living organisms that come together, creating the ideal environment to produce desired results.

Why Ministry is About Relationships Not Just Activities

2018-01-22T06:00:00.000-06:00

When I sat out in 2011, to change the way we do and think about ministry, one of the first things I understood was the importance of rethinking what ministry really is.