Pastors

The Essence of Pastoral Ministry

If forced to summarize the essence of pastoral ministry into one word, I’d go with delight. That’s a far different answer than I would have given in my younger years.

How a Pastor Should Love God

God is most glorified in me when I am most satisfied in him.

Apostolic Authority and Online Theological Education

Is an online theological education course or program biblical? Would the Apostles approve of such a thing?

I Want to Live in Romans Chapter 8

If you’ve turned from sin, from self, from unbelief to trust and follow Jesus, welcome to the neighborhood! You’re going to love living in Romans chapter 8!

7 Things to Know About Sexual Sin in the Church

The costs of concealment are far greater than the costs of confession and repentance.

The Crossroads of Your Crisis

If you are in a crisis of any kind right now, God has brought you to a divinely orchestrated crossroads. Before you are two paths. The higher path calls you to renewed trust and transformation. The lower one allures you to hide in the cocooned space of comfort, complacency, and self-protection.

The Government Is Not Caesar: Andy Stanley Defends Decision to Suspend Services

While several leaders and church members have accused Andy Stanley of bowing to Caesar based on his decision to suspend in-person services until next year, Stanley argues the decision is Christlike.

Should We Go Back to Business as Usual?

Listen: the blessed way of Jesus is slow. And it’s the very antithesis of business as usual.