Articles for Pastors

3 Things You Didn’t Know About Spurgeon’s Wife

Spurgeon's wife  would become his truest partner, deepest confidant and “the greatest of all earthly blessings.” Susannah described their life together as “two pilgrims treading this highway of life together, hand in hand—heart linked to heart.”

8 Healthy Leadership Characteristics I Learned from a Kid

What better place to learn about healthy leadership than through a kid? Kids are forever teaching us and David does no less as this story unfolds in 1 Samuel 17.

God Says It…That Settles It?

"God says it...that settles it! Whether I believe it or not doesn't change the fact." Case closed, right? Maybe not.

How to Have the Anointing of God on Your Life

The anointing of God isn’t just for those with a particular calling or office or role as a public communicator. The anointing is for you when you’re living and walking in close fellowship with God.

8 Reasons I Still Love Ministry

Yesterday, I posted about what to do when church work just hurts. Today, here are some the reasons I still love ministry, even when it’s tough.

Dear Pastor: God Doesn’t Need You

It is so easy to go down the path of self-importance, but nothing could be further from the truth. You must be constantly reminding yourself of the fact that God doesn't need you.

7 Subtle Symptoms of Pride From Jonathan Edwards

Pride will kill you. Forever. Pride is the sin most likely to keep you from crying out for a Savior. Those who think they are well will not look for a doctor, but there are subtle symptoms of pride we all need to be aware of. 

Church Membership Is Down (You Should Bring It Up)

Church membership is down and let me put this out there: If you are a follower of Christ, you should be a member of a church. Period. Here’s why.