Pastors

No Use Shoutin’ in That Amen Corner

“Weeping may endure for a night … but joy comes in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5)

Free eBook: “God is the Gospel” by John Piper

Gospel means good news — but what makes the good news good?

The Origin Story of Jesus

Jesus is who he claimed to me. We have his birth certificate in the Scriptures. This is the time of the year we will sing about and celebrate the town of Christ’s birth. Let us all keep in mind just how remarkable it is to have a King whose provenance is indisputable. Case closed.

4 Important Steps to Quit Porn – Once and for All

If you’re a believer, the Spirit of God dwells within you. Seek His help. Let me share with you four important steps to quit porn once and for all.

How Do We Deal With the End of the World?

When talking about end times, it is easy for us pastors to discuss our Millennial view, and while that would be interesting for us theology types, it probably is not what the average Christian needs to hear. What do we tell people who are worried and asking about the end of the world?

40 Ways to Increase Baptisms in the Next Year

"Here’s a list of some simple things we do to set the stage for more baptisms at Saddleback that almost any church can do…"

QUIZ: How Teachable Are You?

"If you recognize that you need to be more teachable, ask God to make you humble today."

How Pastors Can Avoid the Sin of Pride

"There is nothing more deadly than pride, and the only cure is humility and brokenness."