Pastors

5 Mature Responses From a Leader When a Team Is Stressed

There are some mature responses expected—and needed—from the leader when a team is stressed.

The Biggest Secret To Successfully Making Group Leadership Decisions

I help leaders make decisions every day. Unfortunately, many organizations fail to operate at peak efficiency because of how they make, or refuse to make, decisions.

6 Ways To Find Green Grass in the Desert

God has a way of granting us water in a dry land, hope in the arid, green grass in the desert. Here are some ways to be encouraged to carry your green grass with you no matter how dry your desert might be

3 Reasons Why the Way You Treat Your Spouse Matters

The way you treat your spouse reveals their value to you. We naturally prioritize and praise what we value. Our kids see this.

God Forgives Because God Is Faithful

It takes humility to recognize that God’s grace and forgiveness are dependent on his goodness and not ours.

7 Things They Didn’t Teach You in Seminary About Funerals

Even if your church is primarily filled with young people, from time to time you will be called upon by families to perform funerals.

Bored With the Gospel?

When I sit back and read the deluge of thoughts and opinions online about what the church ought to be doing, I sense a noticeable lack of focus on the gospel.

Are You a People-Pleasing Pastor With Your Board?

People pleasing can be a real problem for pastors, and it can keep them and their churches from reaching their highest potential.