Articles for Pastors

The Difference Between Being Offended and Being Persecuted

"The most important thing the church can do to protect religious liberty and freedom of conscience is to hold to the gospel itself."

A Simple Way Leaders (Or Anyone) Can Reduce Stress

Aside from running away from the bear or shooting it (you’d need a permit in most places), what can we do to quiet this stress response in our day-to-day experience?

Things We Don’t Want to Talk About (But Probably Should)

Things We Don’t Want to Talk About (But Probably Should)

7 Ways to Show Appreciation to Your Lead Pastor

Most pastors don’t hear these words enough. So send them a card, say it personally, or even just send an email saying thanks for who they are and what they do.

God Among Our Brokenness—Does He Even Care?

"Over the course of my life, I’ll be honest in saying I’ve found myself furious at God on multiple occasions."

Pastoring Undocumented Workers in Civil Unrest

If your church is surrounded by undocumented workers, what can you and your congregation do to love them? At some point you will need to discuss what it means to obey the government.

5 Reasons Every Pastor Should Journal

I don’t think everyone needs to journal. But I have a hard time thinking of any legitimate reason why someone wouldn’t.

5 Core Qualities of Leadership Confidence

The truth is that it’s not just skill and experience that produces your confidence in the natural realm; your confidence is greatly strengthened on the inside at a soul level.