Articles for Pastors

38 Results of Being an Evil Leader

Many times, a person who is an evil leader seems to consistently come out on top. But what are the true consequences for a leader who is evil?

A Biblical Theology of Church Discipline

God’s discipline of his people is an integral part of the Bible’s entire story line, from Eden to the new creation.

Why You Should Make a “To Not Do” List

We all tend to do things that sabotage our health, emotional well-being and ministry effectiveness. Start the new year by pledging not to do them anymore.

The Emotionally Anxious Leader: 8 Signs

Chronic anxiety, the low-level anxiety we seem to never shake, fuels emotionality and shows up in eight ways that I call “the eight F's of chronic anxiety.”

Great Churches Aren’t Perfect

The early church began in a time where the culture was shifting, political and religious leaders didn’t agree, and the fledgling churches had their own internal problems.

The Blessings of a Long Pastorate

Although there are true blessings for pastors that serve four years or less, there are other blessings that really begin to accumulate after five years.

How to Criticize the Leader—Your Boss, the Pastor, etc.—Successfully!

Every leader needs the blessing of positive criticism from the ranks of the membership or team or congregation.

Jealousy, Envy, Insecurity and the Heart of a Pastor

Every pastor and church leader feels them at some level, and if you look at the issues they cause inside us, around us and in our churches, it’s troubling.