Articles for Pastors

The Response of Preaching: Why the Gospel Invitation Matters

He proclaimed the Gospel based on several Old Testament texts and concluded by extending a Gospel invitation for his listeners to respond.

The Limits of Doubt

After exploring the limits of doubt, I've discovered that He is my destination, and I hope my heart is like St. Augustine's, "You have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until we find ourselves in you."

The Gospel in The Old Testament

We can’t truly appreciate the New Testament without an understanding of the Old Testament.

The Challenge of Leading at Home

As pastors, leading at home is one of our primary environments of leadership and by far the most challenging.

6 Reasons Why Physical Fitness Is Important for Pastors

Let me share with you just six important reasons why physical fitness is important for pastors:

28 Questions Every Pastor Should Ask a Search Committee

When I’ve considered a new ministry change, I’ve sought answers to key questions every pastor should ask.

Would Your Team Say You’re an Authentic Leader?

If being an authentic leader scares you, it’s time to get over it. You’ll find freedom and greater success on the other side of honesty. Trust me.

7 Characteristics of Long-Term Pastors Who Don’t Give Up Easily

Long-term pastors have no question of their original call to that ministry. They can usually describe it in vivid terms because it was—and is still—so real to them. Until God just as clearly releases them from that calling, they’re invested where they are.