Pastors

It’s interesting how many different ways different pastors prepare a sermon. Five different pastors share what a week of sermon prep looks like for them.

"A person’s destiny is often determined by those closest to them in regards to quality time spent, mutual goals and common purpose."

Here are 21 aspects of pastor life that might surprise you. These don't apply to every pastor, but many of them do!

Uncertainty about how to begin church discipline and what concerns warrant church discipline is often the reason that church discipline either is not done or feels reactive when it is done.

In my opinion you should watch the film and listen to the voice of God. With some help from the Holy SPirit, you'll see the deep theology of Groundhog Day.

Andrew Arndt and Jason Daye explore practices that help leaders experience refreshment for our souls as the Spirit strips away some of the inessentials and distractions and grounds our identity in Jesus.

You have to be very careful with leadership equity. Every decision you make, and every risk you lead your organization to take will require an investment of some of your leadership equity (the trust people place in you).

Being a pastor is rewarding, but it's a tough job. If you are not a pastor, consider doing one or two of these things this week to encourage your pastor.