Pastors

Charles Swindoll talks about the importance of illustrations in preaching.

The Bible tell us that King David was a a godly person; he was a man after God’s own heart. So what set him apart as a godly person?

The saddest thing when you are betrayed is that it never comes from your enemies. Ministry is a major place for betrayal, and when it happens in a church context, it hurts.

In this COVID season, the sustained disruption in so much of the life and ministry of a local church has many leaders off-balance, and we can end up leading tentatively. As leaders, we crave a certain degree of stability. That which we know, love and are accustomed to.

As I listen to Christian brothers and sisters in the black community, I think that I am hearing the need for civil love. Respect us. Listen to us. Weep with us. Pray for us. Suffer with us. Identify with us. Speak up for us.

There are places in life where we must work hard at trusting God.

What's it like to raise black kids in America right now? Four pastors weigh in on what it's like to be a black father and how it differs from raising children of another demographic.

Leaders, as you make decisions as the Lord leads you and your team, please be cautious that you don’t use your plans as the ultimate source of unity or as what proves how much you love God.