Pastors

Fight the Temptation To Make Your Small Church Look Big

If you’re not a big church, then stop trying to be something you’re not. Every Christmas and Easter, I see many small churches trying desperately to make a big impact—and they usually fail.

How ‘Throw My Body in a Ditch’ Theology Relates to Sexual Ethics

I’ve heard more than a handful of Christians joke that they don’t care what happens to their body after death. "Just throw me in a ditch," they’ll say, “I’ll be in heaven with Jesus.” But is that reflective of what the Bible says?

The Secret Sin Behind Passive Aggressive Behavior

"Identify the promises they make to us, recognize these false promises as lies and then trust the superior promises of Jesus, by the power of the Holy Spirit."

7 Preliminary Steps When Initiating Major Change

There are some preliminary steps when you are initiating major change. As a pastor and leader, I am continually dealing with change. Everyday. Change is a part of life—for all of us.

The Importance of Innovation

One of the least talked about issues within churches is innovation. Here's why that shouldn't be the case.

7 Unique Ways To Prepare To Preach or Teach This Weekend

If you are teaching a small group or preaching a sermon this week, you recognize that your preparation matters. Here are seven unique ways to prepare to preach or teach this coming weekend.

15 Ideas To Spark Extraordinary Church Growth

Not every church is the same. What works for one may not work for another. To help spark new ways to improve your church, Church Fuel recommends these church growth ideas.

4 Systems Church Leaders Should Care About

Some church leaders resist systems because systems can feel “unspiritual” or “corporate.” I have heard the critique for years.