Articles for Pastors

Pastor, Your Church Needs You To Rest and Take a Vacation

True rest is found only in God’s salvation. In the Old Testament, we have the promise of rest from God. In the New Testament, we learn how to enter this rest—only through Jesus.

The Church Is More Than a Content Producer

If you really want your church to have a “full recovery,” at some point you will have to remove the crutches. While producing helpful online content for church members is valuable, it can also be a hindrance to real relationships that churches need.

What Is Your Personal Canon?

Discovering your personal canon is actually an excercise in self-discovery. You should try it. #Scripture

Community in Ministry Is Critical

Through All Access, church leaders can become part of a network of pastors from across the country who pray, fellowship, and share resources and experiences with one another.

Biblical Advice for Overwhelmed Leaders

Overwhelmed leaders are nothing new. There must have been a time when Moses was overwhelmed with responsibility. He may not have recognized it at...

How Pastors Can Make a Good First Impression

How you manage first impressions is critical to the health of the church. And leading the church includes being acutely aware of the first impression.

3 Leadership Clichés I Never Use

The reason leadership maxims gain traction among leaders is that they are generally helpful. Pithy statements that summarize principles are both memorable and instructive. But not all leadership clichés can be trusted.

12 Signs of Mediocrity in a Church

"As a church consultant, I’ve learned that these signs are often an indicator that the church overall does not strive for excellence."