Overcoming Pastor Burnout – Don’t Quit Yet
Burnout. Pastors burn out a lot. Many of us leave ministry altogether and many more have at least thought about it. I certainly have. I’ve been a past... Read More...
Who Should Be Involved in Planning a Worship Service?
Planning a worship service is a big deal. I probably don’t have to convince you about the importance of planning ahead for every worship service. Even... Read More...
6 Things New Visitors Will Notice in Your Church
Church growth is a result of a positive church experience, members inviting family and friends as well as a reputation that is spread by word-of-mouth... Read More...
The Strange Fire Controversy: John MacArthur, Charismatics, and What Really Matters
If you've kept up with the latest Christian buzz, you've probably heard about John MacArthur, Strange Fire, and the uproar of the Charismatics. As wit... Read More...
Everything You Need to Know About Starting a Prayer Group
For all our talk about prayer, we probably don’t do enough of it. One of the best ways to improve in prayer, however, is to do it in community. This i... Read More...
How to Handle Criticism as a Pastor
I have a plaque hanging in my office that I picked up about 25 years ago, it reads: “To Avoid Criticism: Do Nothing. Say Nothing. Be Nothing.” It’s tr... Read More...
Pastors – Nail the Landing in Your Sermon This Week
Safe, rough, or perilous, once a plane takes off, landing is inevitable. There is more potential for error and danger in the landing than any other ti... Read More...
Who Drives Worship? Remember God’s Part and Yours
God initiates worship. It is His action, His work. He invites us to join the continuous fellowship and outpouring of Himself in the Trinity (each memb... Read More...
How to Start a Men’s Ministry in Your Church
When I was a kid, I remember going to men’s prayer breakfasts at my church. Often, my dad would take me and my three brothers. I think these events st... Read More...