Pastors

Are You Experiencing Bible Poverty?

There are two kinds of Bible poverty in the world: first, the poverty of those who don’t have God’s Word in their own language; and second, the poverty of being surrounded by Bibles, but not reading them.

How to Cultivate a Deeper Love for Jesus

Is there a secret to a deeper love for Jesus? Let us focus on God’s incredible love for us, and ask him to keep fanning the flame of our love for him. Here is my hope. I don’t love Jesus as much as I should, but I will. Increasingly. For all eternity.

The Late Great Planet Church

It’s not exactly news, but there are fewer people attending church now than before the pandemic. What we’re finding out now is just how big of a drop it was.

An Old Testament Prayer Dads Should Pray Every Day

There is an Old Testament prayer that has become very precious to me, although it’s somewhat repurposed for the context of parenting.

The Secret Pain of Pastors

Philip Wagner offers insight into the six major struggles pastors face in the ministry and how to overcome them.

The Dumbest Mistake I Ever Made as a Pastor

As I look back over my 43 years in ministry, I realize I repeatedly made this one really dumb mistake in the relationship area.

4 Things the Most Successful Leaders Talk About When They Get Together

I have had the privilege of being part of conversations with public personalities and successful leaders. It is a rare opportunity to learn what some of the greatest minds talk about when they get together.

What Is Evangelical Repentance?

Evangelical repentance is a saving grace. There is nothing legal or meritorious about repentance. It is not something that we can produce in and of ourselves.