One benefit of a small town is knowing many people and seeing them often. But that often means it’s harder to avoid ministry hurts. Read More »
Pastors
Pastors Increasingly Endorse Candidates Away From Church
Few pastors make political endorsements from the pulpit, but a growing number publicly back candidates when they step away from their church role. Read More »
4 Ways Social Media Can Be Leveraged for Discipleship
People can get in trouble online, and social media often makes it all worse. But social media can be a blessing instead of a burden. Read More »
3 Priorities for the Church During This Election Season
Christians are divided. This is reflected in the way people are talking to each other and about each other. Here’s how to lead toward unity. Read More »
Your Church Is Not a Stepping Stone
Are you blooming where you’re planted or do you see your church as a means to an end—a stepping stone to move up the ecclesiastical ladder? Read More »
Does Your Church’s Discipleship Efforts Have the Right Motivation?
If we talk about the what—programs, curriculum, and methods—before we talk about the why—God Himself—our efforts will be a waste of time. Read More »
The Answer for Loneliness in Ministry
All of us will face our share of storms. No one gets through life scot-free. Those of us in ministry are well aware of these realities. Read More »
3 Considerations for Evaluating Your Ministry Calling
Surrender to God’s plan, even if that means doing something different. Yet, if the call to pastoral ministry is still clear, then press on. Read More »
The Danger and Blessing of a Pastoral Platform
A platform can be a good thing. But there are some problems with having influence and chief among them is the desire for a platform. Read More »
7 Sunday Morning Habits to Encourage in Your Church
For many of us, the rhythms of Sunday can become mundane. Here are some habits to develop to keep that from happening. Read More »