Pastors

5 Myths About Hell

Hell is a place of punishment by God; sinners who have committed treason against an infinite God will remain in the place of torment where they shall only be able to continually hate the God they hated in their previous life.

The Importance of NOT Equating ‘Painful’ With ‘Difficult’ in Leadership

Just because a decision is painful does not mean that the decision is difficult. Yes, some conversations and decisions may be painful. But the decision to have them, as a general rule, is not difficult.

Question: Is Your Church Founded on Strong Theology?

To build a healthy church requires intentionality. Here are some questions to ask your church regarding how strong its theology is.

5 Enemies of the Soul That Hurt Your Church

The pressure to solve problems in the church requires so much focus that we often have little energy left to conquer the enemies of the soul. But here are five enemies of the soul that can hurt the church.

However You Treat the Lord’s Pastors, He Takes Personally

It's important you consider how to treat your pastor. While it's true that God sees us all equally, at the same time, scripture affirms that it matters how we treat those appointed to serve in ministry.

R.C. Sproul: Don’t Confuse Spirituality With Righteousness

Spirituality can be a cheap substitute for righteousness. Spirituality and piety are not ends in themselves. In fact they are worthless unless they are means to a higher goal. The goal must go beyond spirituality to righteousness.

5 Ways Strategic Ministry Leaders Think Differently

As I have thought about recent conversations with ministry leaders who I believe think strategically, here are five ways I find them thinking differently.

How to Respond When Prayers Go Unanswered

I have many reasons to thank God when prayers go unanswered. But, those unanswered prayers don’t make life easier for me! If you've ever wondered why didn't God answer my prayer, this is for you.