Pastors

Bryan Chapell, Mike Bullmore and Alistair Begg: Sermon Prep 101

No matter how long you've been a preacher, some things about sermon prep shouldn't change. Three veterans explain their non-negotiables.

Pastors, Your Physical Health IS a Spiritual Matter

Pastors have plenty of excused for letting their physical health go unchecked.

Starting (or Restarting) Men’s Ministry In Your Church

We believe the best way to start (or restart) a men's ministry is through small group mentoring. Why? Because that’s how Jesus did it.

The Pastor as Hourly Employee?

Elders, I cannot emphasize this enough: Trust the pastor. Give him room to be himself and give him the freedom to work in a way that he sees best.

6 Practices to Overcome Criticism

Criticism is a reality in any leader’s life. Constructive critique is welcomed. Whether it comes from a coach who cares, another leader on the team who...

Leading People to Be Driven By God’s Purpose

"The greatest tragedy is not death, but life without purpose."

True Story: The Guiness Record for the World’s Longest Sermon

Pastor Zach Zehnder of Cross Church began his quest on Fri., Nov. 7, and by Sunday had preached for 53 hours and 18 minutes.

Is Francis Chan Right About the Lord’s Supper?

Francis Chan recently implied that the reformers relegated the Lord’s Supper to a “symbol,” elevated the pulpit and preaching in its stead and caused division in the church—which now has 30,000 denominations.