Articles for Pastors

While I’m not against writing marriage vows Casanova would applaud, I am against vows that are more romantic and emotional than practical and honest. Here are 12 truthful vows you won’t hear at a wedding.

I have been thinking often of the diversity of personalities (each person's unique temperament ) represented in the church, and how that diversity plays into the heated conversations that we have online.

John Piper discusses how many of us miss the point in overcoming sexual sin. In his response, Piper described the current struggle in stark terms.

What’s the difference between a sermon that changes someone’s life and one that no one can remember even as they drive out of the parking lot?

“It’s one thing to be aware and know the names of other pastors who are sharing the same gospel message in your community. It’s another to invest in supporting and encouraging each other.”

The former things that cause us so much grief will pass away, and He will make all things new.

Pastors love their churches and the members. They are really committed to their callings. But they are real people who can really be hurt.

So I did some research and found the TEDx-talk guidelines for TEDx speakers. Some of the advice was basic—but some of it was unexpected.