Pastors

Pastoral Plagiarism: 10 Do’s and Don’ts

How do you know when you've crossed the line into pastoral plagiarism? I’m not sure we can know precisely because it's not as though we have clearly spelled out rules. But I think we can—or at least should—agree to these 10 commandments.

Six Actions to Become a More Vulnerable Leader

Honesty and vulnerability can increase your leadership influence. Who decided that leaders must have all the answers, always be right, and never be vulnerable?

7 Lies Christians Believe About Sex

"Today, I see sex as a beautiful, powerful gift from God. But getting to this point wasn’t easy."

An Historic Faith

From the opening chapters of Genesis to the end of the book of Revelation, the entire dynamic of redemption takes place within the broader setting of real space and time, of concrete history.

Craig Groeschel: How to Have Your Most Focused Year Yet

This year could be your most focused and productive year yet as a leader, says Craig Groeschel. For that to be the case, however, it is crucial you recognize what has been making you unproductive.

Rick Warren: 5 Big Church Ministry Goals

As you plan your preaching, prepare your budget and arrange your calendar, I’m convinced the following questions will help you to make more disciples, more effectively.

The Redemptive-Historical, Patriarchal Blessing

There is no way to make sense of the patriarchal blessings given to Isaac and Jacob if we detach them from the person and saving work of Jesus Christ.

10 Prayers for a New Pastor or Staff Member

Here are 10 ways to pray for a new pastor or church staff member as they enter into a new role leading a congregation.