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Churches’ Freedom Affirmed Again by Federal Court
The freedom of churches and other religious organizations to make employment decisions based on their beliefs has again gained support in the federal court system.
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How Small Wins Can Be the Enemy of Success
Often, the time and effort you spend pursuing small wins would be better spent on working toward the goals that are really going to make a difference.
Answering the Community Fairytale–Community Is Built, Not Discovered
One of the great myths of relational life is that community is something found. In this fairy tale, community is simply out there—somewhere—waiting to be discovered like Prince Charming finding Cinderella.
The Value of Knowing Both Sides
In formal debate, participants prepare themselves to be able to articulate and defend a certain side of an argument. But they often are not told until right before the debate which side they will need to argue.
Church Money Gimmicks
Churches use money gimmicks all the time. I don’t like them. Not simply because they are “gimmicky,” but because they cheapen biblical stewardship.
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Podcast Special: Dave Ferguson Gives 4 Habits for Healthy, Lasting Ministry
What are some of the practices that we can embrace as ministry leaders that will help sustain our joy through both the highs and lows of ministry? Join Dave Ferguson for a candid, backstage conversation.
Jonathan Dodson: How To Persevere Through the Heartache of Pastoring
Jonathan Dodson joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about challenges including pastoral burnout, the “COVID hangover,” ghosting, and criticism—and how Jesus is faithful through it all.
Greg Stier: Why Your Whole Church Needs To Care About Student Ministry
Greg Stier joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about the impact youth ministry has had on his life and why student ministry matters to the whole church.
Ray Ortlund: Why Pastors MUST Fight Pornography
Ray Ortlund joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about why he is calling his fellow pastors to join him in addressing the pervasive porn use in their midst.
Mark Moore: Are These Obstacles Keeping You From Getting To Know Jesus?
Dr. Mark Moore joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about how astonishing Jesus really is and how we can pursue getting to know him better.
Laura Lewis: What Women Who Have Had Abortions Need From Your Church
Dr. Laura Lewis joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about the needs of women who have had abortions and how churches can help.
Adam Wyatt: How To Be a Biblical Patriot, Not a Christian Nationalist
Dr. Adam Wyatt joins the Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast to talk about how the Bible supports the idea of loving one’s country–but not nationalism–and how pastors can navigate this volatile topic.
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12 Things A Church Pastor Cannot Do
There are 12 things a church pastor cannot do. Pastors are amazing people and, in faith, they can do a lot...just not these things.
