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Rebecca McLaughlin Defends Cru, Weighs in on Richard Hays’ New Book...
Author and theologian Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin defended Christian ministry Cru from criticisms about its stance on gender and sexuality and also called the news about scholar Dr. Richard B. Hays’ apparent shift to an affirming stance “exceedingly disappointing.”
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Pastor: You Were Not Made for Fame
We have too often bought into the marketing lie that more is better and fame is the goal. But a pastor chasing fame comes at the expense of his soul. You can not desire fame as your pursuit without fame taking its toll.
One Pastor’s Humble Prayer Before Preaching
In Bob Hostetler's vast pastoral experience he has helped pastors in many aspects of the lives, including this prayer before preaching.
Religious Change in America: They Buried the Lead
The latest research from the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) has found that 26% of Americans now identify as religiously unaffiliated, making them the largest single religious group in the U.S.
5 Biggest Mistakes Pastors Make on Sundays (and How To Avoid Them)
The very day we want to be at our best requires more from us than any other day. As a result, we can easily make one or more of the five biggest mistakes pastors make on Sundays.
Podcasts
Rebecca McLaughlin on Whether Christians Can Agree To Disagree About Same-Sex Relationships
Dr. Rebecca McLaughlin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can respond to common arguments that use the Bible to affirm same-sex relationships, the “why” behind God’s design for marriage, and the “beautiful and glorious vision” Christianity has for friendship.
David Ashcraft on the Surprising, ‘Deep Emotions’ He Felt Stepping Down as Senior Pastor...
David Ashcraft joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how leadership has changed, how pastors can leave their churches better than they found them, and the startling emotions he felt when he stepped down as senior pastor.
John Jenkins: Every Pastor Should Have a Pastor
John Jenkins joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about key lessons he’s learned about being a local church pastor, including the need for pastors to have pastors, the importance of integrity, and how to execute a mission and a vision.
Andy Bannister: How Pastors and Churches Can Stop Living as ‘Undercover Christians’
Dr. Andy Bannister joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how pastors and church members can share their faith boldly, strategically, and without fear.
Jim and Heather Sells: How Churches Can Make a ‘Tremendous’ Difference in Alleviating Our...
Dr. Jim Sells and Heather Sells join “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about the “escalating crisis” in mental health care and the enormous impact the church and clinicians can have if they are willing to collaborate with one another.
Michael Martin: How Church Boards Can Help Their Pastors Be Healthy
ECFA president and CEO Michael Martin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about his organization’s new leadership standard and how church boards can help provide pastors greater care and accountability.
Léonce Crump Jr.: How To Develop Resilient Teams
Léonce Crump Jr. joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about important ways that leadership has changed and to offer practical steps church leaders can take to develop teams that will be truly healthy.
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12 NFL Players Who LOVE Jesus (and Football)
Here's our latest list of notable Christian football players. These outspoken NFL players are strong in their faith and are not afraid to share their Christian beliefs.
