Articles for Pastors

6 Practices to Overcome Criticism

Criticism is a reality in any leader’s life. Constructive critique is welcomed. Whether it comes from a coach who cares, another leader on the team who...

Leading People to Be Driven By God’s Purpose

"The greatest tragedy is not death, but life without purpose."

Is Francis Chan Right About the Lord’s Supper?

Francis Chan recently implied that the reformers relegated the Lord’s Supper to a “symbol,” elevated the pulpit and preaching in its stead and caused division in the church—which now has 30,000 denominations.

8 Reasons to Lead Your Church Through the “I Still Believe” FREE Sermon Kit

Use this free sermon kit to be ready for one of the biggest movie debuts of 2020. On March 13 the movie “I Still Believe,” the real-life story of chart-topping singer Jeremy Camp is coming to theaters.

5 Attributes to Grow Leadership Influence

They are the attributes that connect the human heart to another heart. They draw people closer to the leader, and thereby, closer to the vision. Here are 5 attributes that grow leadership influence.

Unchurched or Unsaved? What Our Vocabulary Reveals About Our Beliefs

Trevin Wax: "I wonder if one of the main reasons for the dwindling number of baptisms is a subtle shift in vocabulary."

Forgetting What Is Behind?

Are you forgetting what is behind? If you are plagued by the tendency to look back in wrong ways or be always glancing over your shoulder at sin, smarten up the pace, look up to Christ - His gaze was always right!

3 Marks of the Spirit’s Guidance in Preaching

Transforming power in preaching is found only in God himself.