Articles for Pastors

9 Reasons Some Pastors Stay Too Long

They don’t want to end a ministry on a negative note. Nobody does. Thus, they hang on, hoping that the next evangelistic program or the next new member will finally make the difference.

A Response to Christians Who Are Done With Church

While writing off the church passes as sophisticated thinking, it’s actually the opposite; what if it’s a simplistic and even reductionistic line of thinking that leads nowhere constructive?

Louie Giglio: I Came Back and So Can You

You could call Louie Giglio the "comeback kid," especially if you know his entire story. ChurchLeaders podcast spent time with Louie to learn more about how he—and we—can come back!

Why I Quit Church (and the Surprise That Brought Me Back)

An honest story of wandering, searching and finding hope in the church Christ loves.

97 Percent of Leaders Are Shockingly Making This Critical Mistake

Your level of preparation determines the level of value you place on those receiving your product, service, art or leadership.

Pastor: A Note From Your Guest Preacher

If you wish my take on your church, from my single visit, I’m be happy to give it. But you’ll have to ask.

Three Ways Churches Will Be Impacted in the Revitalization Wave That Is Coming

It’s an exciting time. It’s a hopeful time. It is my prayer God will use many of us as His instruments for a mighty wave of revival and revitalization in our churches.

7 of the Toughest Decisions I Had to Make as a Pastor

Thinking back on some of the toughest decisions I had to make over the years, some don’t seem so tough now, but they were at the time I had to make them.