Pastors

Overcoming Fear: A Biblical Perspective

In today's world, fear is increasingly prevalent. The Bible, however, provides guiding principles for overcoming fear and living a life filled with hope and courage

Can You Discover Your Hidden Beliefs?

Kevin Cashman says that we must bring hidden beliefs into the light for us to lead at our best. He suggests seven clues that can bring these shadow beliefs to light.

The Idol of ‘How It Should Be’

What is an idol? We typically think of idols like totem poles—wooden or bronze or iron statues with grotesque faces that people bow before while chanting in low, hushed tones. But the idols of today are less visible, but no less insidious.

Leaders Pray Expectantly

Leaders pray Expectantly. Are you a leader? How do you pray? Let's pray expectantly. Keep asking him to bless, and even heal.

Eisegesis, Exegesis, and Wonder

The difference between eisegesis and exegesis is that eisegesis imposes our assumptions on the text, while exegesis seeks to draw the original meaning out of the text.

3 Unexpected Blessings From the Parables of Jesus

Sometimes church-going Christians miss the power of the Lord’s teaching because we are over-familiar with the parables of Jesus.

How To Leave Your Church Well

My final message as pastor at Cross Church became a love letter to this beloved church. Because I love this church I reflected on something every pastor should consider: how to leave your church well.