The Art of Failing Forward
“The greatest mistake we make is living in constant fear that we will make one.” - John Maxwell Like most driven, motivated, type-a leaders, I'm not afraid of much. I'll make decisions, I'll lead teams, I'll take risks. I don't shy away from speaking in front of...
3 Promises I Make My Students Every Time I Teach
The responsibility of teaching is one that should never be taken lightly. Every time I speak to or teach my students or any other group, I make the following promises: I will always be honest. I won't sugarcoat the facts or shy away from the truth. I won't attempt to...
Leaders That Last: 3 Steps Leaders Must Take to Avoid Burnout
Writer's Note: Something I'm passionate about is helping leaders last in the positions of leadership God has given them. As a young leader I've learned a few lessons the hard way and I welcome the opportunity to share my experience with others to hopefully help other...
8 Sites to Find Great Stock Images
If you blog, design, or create content for pretty much anything, you're always looking for good stock photography or images. As tempting as it can be to jump on Google and do a quick search for a good image, there's always the risk that you'll use someone copyrighted...
In the Furnace: Keeping Your Faith Through the Fire
Maybe I'm not supposed to say this because I'm a pastor, but I've never questioned my faith more than I have in the past 18 months. I've never doubted God. Not His existence, not His love, not His presence. But I have done a lot of asking, searching, and chasing after...
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ABOUT JIMMY
Jimmy McLoud is the Lead Pastor of First Christian Church in Canton, Ohio. His passion – and the vision of First Christian – is to share the good news that Jesus is for all people by helping them find hope, purpose, and a place to belong. He serves on the Board of Directors for The Solomon Foundation and as a Ministry Consultant for The Unstuck Group. Jimmy and his wife, Ashley, live in North Canton with their four kids: Braylon, Carter, Ellie, and Grace.