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Pastors
6 Ways Pastors Can Encourage Other Local Pastors
Few things encourage us like an anonymous gift. But anonymous or not, there are many ways to lift the spirits of a faithful servant of the Lord. Read More »
Connecting with Older Members at Christmas
My primary advice to younger pastors who want to connect with older members is to love them like they’re your family—because they are. Read More »
The World Needs More People Willing to Be Forgotten
History is full of men and women like Beddoe and Barnabas. They encourage the gifted, they promote others ahead of themselves, and they understand something greater than their own praise is at stake. Read More »
Mondays of Advent: Anticipation
We look forward to that day, the great day, when Jesus returns in glory, condemns evil, ends suffering, and wipes away every tear from our eyes. Read More »
7 Tips for Peace During the Hustle and Bustle of the Holidays
Thanksgiving and Christmas make up a wonderful time of the year—one that’s especially meaningful for the church. However, these holidays can also leave a pastor completely exhausted. Read More »
What Pastors Can Learn From a Converted Musician
The success that accompanied his musical ability started to wear on him. He’d conquered the world of popular music, but it’d left him weary. He was looking for something deeper and truer. Read More »
4 Things Our Small Church Did to Multiply
Though we hope to help start new churches continually, our goal is never merely more churches. Our desire is for more people to experience the transformative power of the gospel. Read More »
3 Motivations For Taking Care of My Body
Ask God to show you how you can love Him with all of your strength. Then, make whatever changes are necessary to get and stay healthy. Read More »
3 Ways to Sow a Culture of Thankfulness and Generosity
In our lives, we need the gospel to transform us from gatherers to givers. In our churches, just as in our lives, we must intentionally sow the gospel to cultivate a culture of generosity. Read More »