Articles for Pastors

What should you do if your stuck serving under ungodly leadership?

I’m hearing parents say how delighted they are to see their children actually listening to the sermon because it’s short enough to hold their attention. The idea of a brief Protestant homily has suddenly not only become possible, but for many churchgoers, a desirable option.

The Holy Spirit in the Old Testament is present and working significantly, beginning in the creation account of Genesis 1. While the deity and character of the Holy Spirit is obviously unchanged, the work of the Holy Spirit was distinct in the Old Testament.

Being an information idolator is more than simply being a leader in the church who’s aware of stuff, though; it’s finding value and self-worth in knowing more stuff than others do.

This sermon outline is perfect for those messages in which you only want to make one simple point. If you can master this outline, you can preach almost off the cuff, at a moment's notice.

If you’re the new guy, you’ll be compared to the previous leader.  It’s natural.  And, it’s ok. Everything from your leadership style, personality, to the way you communicate will be stacked up against the previous leader.

If we humbly seek to become more self-aware (for instance, discover our blind spots) we will lead and serve more effectively.

One of the things that I have really enjoyed over the last few months has been the fact that people have time—time to talk, to chat, to catch up. I'm in no hurry to resume life at a breakneck speed.