Articles for Pastors

Pastor and church leaders: You do not want to live and work where there is an absence of criticism.

As Christians, for some unknown reason, we have decided that we must have a clear position on every issue and situation. Our theology reflects this.

“You know who pays the bills at the church.”

If you want to see what a predominantly Christian culture looks like, take a trip through the Bible Belt. But do it soon. Even the Bible Belt is becoming increasingly post-Christian.

I’ve worked with churches where I saw staff members hurrying around past people. One was a frantic children’s minister. The other was a worship leader with other things on his mind. My advice: "Slow down!"

All churches have leadership challenges, regardless of size. Small churches are not easier to lead than large churches. Large churches are not easier to grow than small churches. But they are different.

How do we improve our self without becoming consumed by self (self-absorbed)?

We often seek perfection, whether we realize it or not, but we must remember that there are some things even Jesus left unfixed.