Pastors

Should Christian Leaders Ask For Money?

Some believers look down on mission agencies or churches that ask for money. They say that if Christian leaders truly trusted God, they would not lower themselves to ask for money.

An Audience of One

“How can you believe if you accept praise from one another, yet make no effort to obtain the praise that comes from the only...

Monday is for Missiology: Answering Questions about God’s Mission

One of the challenges of being an author is that you get asked to help a lot of students. I always try to help...

The Three Most Common Causes of Depression

"Burnout, abuse and an unforgiving spirit are the top three by far."

Why Body Abuse and Body Adoration Fail on Both Levels

We live in a world where it is easier to both abuse and adore our bodies. The result is a lot of pressure and a lot of shame. Both body abuse and body adoration fail us for these two reasons.

Why Scriptural Interpretation Requires Informed Reading

Since we all come with working assumptions that affect interpretation, we ought to try our best to ensure we come with the best assumptions possible.

Is Your Leadership Conflict Healthy?

If your organization is without healthy conflict, your organization is not at its best.

The Back Side of the Preaching Ministry

Certainly delivering public messages is what preachers in training want to learn. But there is also what we might call the "back side" that cannot be neglected in considering the preaching ministry.