Pastors

How To Jumpstart the Productivity of Your Team

Years ago I discovered an idea that immediately jumpstarted the productivity of our team. I had developed a great team who was extraordinary at seeing problems. However, seeing a problem doesn’t fix a problem.

Imagine Meeting in Heaven Those We’ve Forgotten or Only Briefly Met, and Who God Used in Our Lives

I suspect we will be able to recall conversations and “chance” meetings when we see certain people again in Heaven, and instantly bond over what we had once completely or largely forgotten.

Systemic Change in the Foster Care System Begins With Compassion

On average, more than 19,500 children aged out of the U.S. foster care system each year from 2019-2022. And when they age out, many of them are left utterly bereft of the social and economic resources the rest of us take for granted.

5 Ways You and the People in Your Church Grow Strength Through Weakness

God gives us strength through weakness. He uses seasons of weakness to pry our hands off things that are not Him. Here are 5 ways we grow strength through weakness.

Overly Exposed and Overly Anxious: Building Resiliency in America’s Youth Against Virtual Messages

Modern technological advances have made life more convenient than ever. Yet anxiety, particularly in America’s youth, continues to skyrocket in the millennium.  

Could You Spot Judas?

There was absolutely no indication that anything was “off” in Judas’ preaching ministry. No indication that he was the guy in the group who just couldn’t seem to drive out demons.

The Lazy Pastor

At the outset of a difficult topic - pastoral laziness - I want to be clear that my purpose is to encourage both pastors...

A Healthy Church Is a Mindful and Resilient Church

Mindfulness practices and Christian faith are complementary, a natural blend for Christians in search of mental wellness, self-awareness and closeness to God.