Pastor And Prophet
When it comes to our preaching, we live in the constant tension between pastor and prophet. On one hand, as pastors we want to encourage...
One Thing Sets Elders Apart
Able to teach. Ah, that memorable criterion in 1 Timothy 3:2. That ashing light that distinguishes the elders from the deacons. That one...
6 Early Warning Signs You’re Dealing With A Toxic Person
You’ve dealt with them before. At your church, as a volunteer, on your staff, as customers. Toxic people, are well, toxic. An unhealthy...
How To Tell If A New Volunteer Is Truly A Leader (Or Simply A Doer)
I recently surveyed 1400 small and mid-sized church pastors to find out what they struggle with most as their church grows. They...
Why You Should Let Your Audience Use Their Smartphones This Sunday
If it were possible to ban the usage of smartphones in your Sunday service, would you do it? In our smartphone-dominated world, it's now...
3 WAYS TO RECOVER FROM THE EMOTIONAL EXHAUSTION OF MINISTRY
When tragedies occur in communities or nations, pastors can wind up working tirelessly to comfort congregations looking for help, both...
Those Frustrating Times With Church Members
Any pastor can tell you about it. Even when you do your best to serve God by ministering to His people, some church members are not...
Why People Oppose Change
Last time we talked about the leadership essential of always pointing kids toward the true light…remember the loggerhead turtle? Well,...
Why Many of Our Churches Are Still One Color
“What’s wrong with our church?” It was a sincere question. The elder wanted to know why there seems to be a steady erosion of attendance,...
3 Tips to Avoid Ministry Burn Out
Can You Care Too Much or Will You Burn Out? The first time we facilitated a group for couples that were struggling in their marriage, we...
