Jason Allen says his goal is to provide pastors with advice and guidance about the crucial aspects of their ministries, including preaching. Read More »
Articles
Americans’ Opinion of the Church Continues to Fall
Increasingly, the church has a reputation problem and it is affecting evangelism of those on the outside and retention of those who grew up on the inside. Read More »
5 Ways to Lead a Church to Fulfill the Great Commission
We need to be reminded week after week that Christ is our foundation, our hope is sure, and our mission is to take the gospel to the nations. Read More »
Identity and the Fear of Man
Be careful about grounding your identity in fickle desires, Facebook likes, or others’ opinions—things that will set you up for failure and disappointment. Read More »
3 Strategies for Cultivating a Congregation That Lives Sacrificially
Jesus emphasized the need to deny self and take up the cross each day. In the ancient world, this was a radical idea—and it still is today. Read More »
When the Weight of Pastoring Seems Too Much to Bear
Since pastors can’t discuss always discuss specifics, few will know the weight they’re carrying at any given time. But God. He knows, He cares, and He’s closest when you’re in the darkest shadow of ministry. Read More »
Most Churchgoers Say They Must Deny Self to Serve Christ
A majority of Protestant churchgoers believe living a sacrificial life is essential to their faith, and most try to avoid immoral thoughts or actions. Read More »
10 Hardest Lessons for a Pastor to Learn
Pastors have to learn many lessons the hard way, some of them again and again until finally they take. Have you learned these difficult ministry lessons? Read More »
5 Ways to Help Pastors Finish Well
In an era where social media obsesses over ministers who fall or leave the faith, I want to become an older pastor. I desire to say with Paul, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Read More »
College Ministry 101: Changing Religious Landscape Prompts Campus Shifts
As new freshmen arrive at college this fall, they may find a campus ministry different from what reached previous generations. Read More »