ResonateOrDie

1. They are asking questions that you may not be answering. 2. They would rather be in bed or watching TV. 3. They think they stand out like a sore thumb. 4. They don’t speak your language. 5. They don’t … Continue Reading

I am a photographer. That is my profession. And yet being a professional photographer does not always seem to carry with it the same level of expert credibility that, say, a heart surgeon has these days. Increasingly, when I offer … Continue Reading

This past Christmas season brought a different gift to our family. No, not a little bundle wrapped up in a blanket; but instead the official declaration of my three foster nieces and one nephew as Barretts! This was a big … Continue Reading

Check out this hilarious video. It beautifully illustrates how ministry and church leaders often communicate. They mumble. When you mumble in your communication, you seriously strain the receiving parties and significantly increase their listening overhead. Think about it. The more … Continue Reading

Communications is what we do. It’s how we spread the gospel, disciple believers, and connect the disconnected in relationships with God and each other. We tell, shout, herald, preach, and evangelize the world. We communicate. Plenty of churches communicate well, … Continue Reading

I observed something interesting in a church service recently. A local police officer was sitting in front of me (that’s not the interesting part!) and what he did has really stuck with me. Throughout the service, I noticed the officer’s … Continue Reading

When thinking about what your ministry plan, goal and/or strategy is for this year, I challenge you to make one question the epitome of everything you do . . . Is this going to bring fame to my name or … Continue Reading