Articles for Pastors

A Powerful Lesson from Jesus in Handling Conflict

How do you handle conflict? When you’re facing conflict in life and leadership—when you’re angry—take time to make a whip. It changes everything. 

Maundy Thursday Devotion – 5 Gems From the Last Supper

In this Maundy Thursday devotion there are at least five diamonds shining out from the darkness of John 13.

5 Mistakes Pastors Make with Church Finances

Should pastors be involved in church finances? Working with different churches over the years, I’ve seen lots of approaches and believe there are the five primary church finance mistakes pastors make.

From SermonCentral: 21 Palm Sunday Sermon Quotes That Will Preach

We've gathered the best quotes we could find from the  Palm Sunday sermon resource on SermonCentral.com to help you think through that Palm Sunday message.

5 Reasons to Celebrate Easter Sunday BIG!

Here's why we celebrate Easter Sunday, and why we should celebrate Easter Sunday BIG!

Palm Sunday Sermon: What Kind of King Did You Expect?

You'll want to read this before you preach any Palm Sunday sermon! Have you ever asked yourself, “If this was a triumphal entry, then why did they crucify Jesus at the end of the week?”

The Distance Between Me and God? Not Far

Turn away from the screen, turn off the music, and invite him into the room. You won’t have to wait long. He is not far.

Don’t Do Stupid – The Top 4 Acts of Stupidity That Get Pastors Fired

There are four common acts of stupidity that get pastors in trouble. Pastors and other church leaders: don't do stupid.