Articles for Pastors

Many pastors think they exist to help others in their needs, and through their work, rise above our own.

A pastor shares the lessons he learned in trying to start a church in Hollywood.

You might know that preaching sermons is a tough job. But few people know what preaching is really like. I write this post to help members understand preachers a little more—and, I trust, pray more for us.

What is the ideal sermon length? As a preaching professor and a pastor, I’ve asked and been asked that question a hundred times. Today, after 35 years in ministry, I have a definitive answer.

The best leaders don’t just learn new things, they unlearn old things that are holding them and their teams back.

Your members don't want the church to grow and they have a different definition of worship than you do are just two things churches won't tell their pastors.

Pull all of your leaders and donors together for a fun, appreciation event.

Most churches are not totally focused on any one stage at any time. Rather, the Congregational Life Cycle demonstrates where a church is predominantly focused in its resources of time, money and emotions.