Articles for Pastors

5 Ways Your Life as a Disciple Shapes Your Effectiveness as a Leader

You are first a disciple of Jesus before you are a leader for Jesus. Here are 5 ways your life as a disciple shapes your effectiveness as a leader.

After Easter – 5 Vital Steps for What Comes Next

Is the singing and shouting over? Jesus encountered the disciples on Easter Sunday, but what after Easter: about Monday, or Tuesday, or beyond?

The Spiritual Battle With Weight Loss

Today we talk about weight loss. The physical side of weight loss will happen in a lot of different ways for various people. But there’s a spiritual dimension to weight loss that we all need to be aware of.

Unlocking Growth: Breaking Free from 21 Common Church Practices that Stifle Growth

I was once asked to help a church process how to get younger people to attend. After we discussed some change recommendations, a man...

God Experienced the Cross Three-fold: A Good Friday Meditation

A Good Friday Meditation: God, the Holy Trinity, suffered three-fold. Each suffering was unique. Each suffering was a kind of death. Each suffering paid the price to liberate a cap

The 5 Words That Should Scare Any Pastor

Certain words can terrify a pastor when said such as: I'm here because of you. Read on why something so seemingly innocent can put pressure on a pastor.

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.