Pastors

These truths of workaholism have pushed me to re-think the structure of my life, and perhaps they will challenge you as well.

I’m a pastor, and I bought an iPad recently. If you are a pastor, could an iPad help you become more effective? Maybe. Maybe not. Although I’m only a little over a week into owning mine, and it has exceeded all my expectations.

Unfortunately, lack of planning often torpedoes otherwise good ministry ideas. Here's what a pre-mortem exercise is, and seven benefits it offers to your planning process.

The bottom line is it is a time to lead. It is a great time to be a leader. Yes, it is hard, but all leadership is difficult.

Some behaviors are like cancer to a leadership team. Are any of them part of your team?

Discover the key challenges church planters face, from leadership and financial viability to team building and personal health. Get expert insights and practical advice to help new churches thrive. Read more to learn how to navigate church planting successfully.

Sermon illustrations can be a glorious bridge in a sermon between the text of God's Word and the congregation. A good illustration can open up a passage of Scripture, bring understanding to God's people, and touch their hearts with application.

Here's the real leadership lesson: how do you know? How can we know when we are heading in God’s direction versus choosing our path?