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5 Types of People in Every Bullied Church (And How David Shows Us the Way Out)

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

By Doc Smith, Eagles In LeadershipMarch 23, 2026 Every pastor has walked into that church—a spiritual hostage crisis. Worship feels obligatory, decisions flow from one domineering voice, and fear hangs thicker than incense. I’ve consulted thriving American and global churches … Continue reading →

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Episode 099 – My Attitude: How Do I Respond to God?

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

As 2012 runs ahead full speed, Dr. Matthew Smith, lead pastor at Pacific Baptist Church of El Segundo, begins a 4-message series on the ABCs of Loving God. As we open Luke 10, we will look at our attitude and … Continue reading →

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Do You Have a Dream for Your Church?

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Artwork Credit: facebook.com Within the heart of most of the leaders of your church is a dream they long to see God fulfill in their midst. In reality, those dreams can fall into one of three categories. 3 Types of … Continue reading →

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Philosophy of Ministry Directions (Part 1)

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Knowing where you’re going is more important than going. If there is no specific goal or place where one is headed, it really doesn’t matter if you are going anywhere or doing anything. Motion without direction is delusion. As we … Continue reading →

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Barna's End of Year Review

Posted on December 28, 2009 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

We welcome Ed Stetzer to Eagles In Leadership with his poignant guest column today. Ed first posted this blog Monday December 21, 2009 at his blog and he has graciously allowed us to reprint it here. Ed Stetzer is LifeWay’s … Continue reading →

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Dr. Joe Stowell on Transformational Leadership!

Posted on February 7, 2008 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

The Board of Trustees of Cornerstone University announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph M. Stowell as its 11th president recently. After an extensive search, the Board unanimously and enthusiastically affirmed the selection of Dr. Stowell at their annual board meeting … Continue reading →

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