Articles for Pastors

Need to Revitalize Your Church? Focus on This

New churches are, statistically speaking, the most effective means for bringing in new believers

Two Truths for When You Don’t Feel Like Preaching

How do I preach in a time like this? How do I preach when I don’t feel like it? And am I being a big ol’ hypocrite to do so?

Is This Why Your Sermons Are Falling Flat?

Unfortunately, many pastors seldom consider how brain processes influence learning. It's a missing link in today's preaching and teaching.

The Gospel-Shaped Pastor

It’s easy to succumb to the temptation to compare one’s ministry to that of another pastor, or give in to the need to impress others and be liked.

7 Startling Facts: An Up Close Look at Church Attendance in America

New research sheds interesting light on who is attending church in America.

20 Hidden Killers in Your Ministry

Discover these hidden factors that are undermining the health of your church congregation.

Pastors: Get All the Education You Can, Then Never Mention It Again!

Pastor, given a choice—and you always have a choice—try not to look and act like a Pharisee. For my money, the best way—the very best way in the universe—is to use this phrase: “When I got my doctorate…”