Pastors

If Jesus is my hero, even when I fail I’m newly grateful for God’s provision in Christ and turn to worship instead of self-loathing.

Many preachers today seem to be reasonably adept at exhortation, telling their listeners what they should do, must do, need to do, etc. That is a key element in the preaching task, but exhortation alone isn't enough.

Paul’s prayer over the church at Colossae (1:9-14) is one of those crammed prayers that can not only benefit us but it can teach us about prayer.

Few people advertise themselves as false teachers—so what should you know about them?

Time away from the pastorate reveals these powerful insights.

This is not the time to give up, your congregation needs you more than ever, but as a leader, you do get to be human. Let’s talk about that: How to Lead When Nothing Is Normal

What should you do if your stuck serving under ungodly leadership?

I’m hearing parents say how delighted they are to see their children actually listening to the sermon because it’s short enough to hold their attention. The idea of a brief Protestant homily has suddenly not only become possible, but for many churchgoers, a desirable option.