Articles for Pastors

Sample Letter to an Inactive Church Members

How should a leader handle someone in church membership who is inactive? Is there a biblical response to inactivity? Here's a letter to an inactive church member.

Christian Date Night Ideas: Creative Ideas to Grow Spiritually Together

Date nights are often associated with fun and romance, but Christian date night ideas go a step further by fostering spiritual growth.

What Does the Bible Say About Sexual Dreams?

What do you do when you're having sex dreams (and not about your spouse), but can’t seem to do anything to stop them? Here's what John Piper has to say.

10 Facts About Mark Dever and 9Marks Ministries

As more pastors and leaders embrace the vision of 9Marks, the legacy of Mark Dever will undoubtedly endure, impacting generations to come.

8 Signs of a Dangerous Pastor Who Will Destroy Your Church

You’re on your church’s pastor search committee? Good for you. It’s a difficult task, one that can make or break your church for a long time to come. But this can be one of the finest services you render for the Lord and His church, especially if you help your church avoid dangerous pastors.

5 Things You Should Know About the Jack Schaap Scandal

When the details of his misconduct came to light the Jack Schaap scandal shocked the Christian community and beyond.

8 Danger Signs of a Bad Pastor

Identifying a bad pastor early on can prevent long-term damage to both individuals and the church as a whole.

Why Christian Leaders Need Other People

Christian leaders need other people. In particular, they need other people to help them to stay grounded because it matters so much that leaders lead like Jesus.