Articles for Pastors

Sometimes God takes me back to kindergarten, spiritually speaking. I spend time reading theological treatises, but I sometimes forget the most basic and simple of truths. Here’s one of those basic truths I sometimes struggle with: You can choose your attitude.

"Although I've made the switch to an iPad for preaching, I'm switching back to a hard copy of the Bible for my morning devotional times."

The best leaders have a limp of some nature. It actually qualifies them to go on with God. Here's how.

These leader behaviors will kill any ministry momentum.

The screening process for paid staff, a volunteer, or a leadership position is a vital piece of your church's overall safety plan and includes seven key elements. The screening process functions as a deterrent for would-be offenders and more.

Eager for the second half of the Big Game to start. Then Shakira and JLo are introduced, and within seconds moms and dads around the country are forced to react to the Super Bowl Halftime Show. What do I do?

When you have what you believe is a good idea; passion alone isn’t enough to get it across. Leading up is a nuanced art required of all leaders. Leading up and leading change requires finesse in your leadership. It’s not an all or nothing process.

Are you casting your church members based on your story or on God's great narrative?