Though we may not often seem successful by the world’s standards, we can find joy in knowing God sees us as successful by faithfully giving ourselves to what and who comes behind us. Read More »
Pastors
Recognizing the 3 Seasons of Life and Ministry
Recognizing the season you’re in, the season you’re going towards, and the season you’ve come out of is not only helpful but enables you to be more intentional in life and for your long-term ministry. Read More »
How to Pray For Your Church in Light of Eternity
Praying in light of eternity will change our desires for the church and direct our ministries in such a way that we’ll work, by God’s grace and by faith, to present everyone complete in Christ. Read More »
3 Ways the Psalms Point Us to God
Through the joy of our daughter’s birth, the disappointment of job loss, the uncertainty of family illness, and everything in between, three themes in the psalms have stood out to me: remember, have joy, and rest in the Lord. Read More »
7 Things Pastors Would Like Guest Preachers To Know
As a pastor who’s experienced the good and bad of guest speakers, here are some things pastors would like guest speakers to know. Read More »
A ‘Pastor Appreciation Month’ Reminder for Pastors
Regardless of where you serve, the fact remains: ministry is hard. And even the most faithful and most joyous pastors will have days when they wonder if they’re making any difference at all. Read More »
The essential component of effective evangelism
Jeremy was the asterisk in the big conversion quest. Jeremy had a whole different approach to sharing his faith with me, and amazingly, he was the only one who seemed to have figured out the right formula. Read More »
3 Valuable Lessons Nursing Home Visitation Taught Me
In a culture that places an inordinate value on youth and image, caring for those who lack both is often a lost art in church ministry. Read More »
10 Crazy Questions Asked By Pastoral Search Committees
Be ready to expect the unexpected when you interview. You’ll never know what the next question will be or even if it’s remotely of eternal significance. Read More »
Grieving with Hope in Light of Death
Everything we do as we await that Last Day is for the glory of Christ our king and the advancement of the mission He has given us. Read More »