Articles for Pastors

12 Things Pastors Do That Build Trust Quickly

Building trust is not a program you implement; it’s the lifestyle you embody. It requires continuous, humble effort rooted in the character of Christ.

8 Things You Need to Know About Pastor Search Committees

Much is changing in today's pastor search committees.

Love Your Enemies – Into Friends

"When we got in the car to drive away my son took a stress ball out of the welcome bag. -- Love your enemies?!? -- What a ridiculous phrase—that even contradicts the Bible!”

Is Mental Illness Actually Biblical?

If we’re going to effectively care for fellow Christians who struggle with mental illness, we need to recognize that mental illness is a real thing.

Emotional Survival for Pastors at Christmastime

When you hurt, if you don't find something God-honoring to fill your tanks with, you'll find something that isn't God-honoring.

12 Things Pastors Worry About That God Already Handled

Pastors worry because they care. But God handled each of these burdens long before you ever picked them up.

6 Things Megachurches Get RIGHT

Why it’s time for a moratorium on megachurch criticism.

7 Conversations Every Pastor Should Have Before the Year Ends

Before the clock strikes midnight on December 31, carve out time for these seven conversations.

Preaching to Digital Disciples

People now are using their digital devices to Google information, fact check and share content from the presenter. This is the age of digital disciples.

How to Lead People Through the Four Stages of Christian Generosity

Giving is better than any drug, any roller coaster or any trip you can go on. By sharing these four stags of Christian generosity you can help people take the first step.

Ministering to Introverts in the Church

For some introverts, entering your average evangelical worship service feels like walking into a nonalcoholic cocktail party.