Articles for Pastors

9 Key Responsibilities of a Pastor That Go Beyond the Pulpit

While preaching is central to a pastor’s role, there are other vital pastoral duties and responsibilities that shape the health, growth, and spiritual vitality of a church community.

5 Signs It’s Time for a Pastor to Take a Sabbatical—And How to Plan One

A pastor sabbatical guide can help church leaders discern the right time for a break and provide a practical framework for planning it effectively.

Leading Difficult People – It Can Be Done!

Good leaders have their own thoughts, ideas, and ways to solve problems. It’s up to those of us who lead leaders to harness all that into a healthy and productive team.

Why Narcissists Struggle to Find the Will of God

When Paul states his purpose in Romans 15, he instead grounds his understanding of his calling in God’s purposes on earth. He wants to find the will of God for himself.

12 Practical Tips for New Pastors Starting Their Ministry Journey

Starting out in pastoral ministry is a sacred responsibility. These practical tips for new pastors are not exhaustive, but they offer a framework for navigating your early years with wisdom and intentionality.

To Do Online Dating, I Had To Sacrifice My Mental Health

Most people who are not attempting to date right now don’t understand just how demoralizing online dating can be. This article comes from a desire to help church leaders understand a little better just how difficult it is for singles to find a life partner, especially if those singles are older.

9 Christ-Centered Messages to Reflect on This Memorial Day

Each Memorial Day message invites us to honor the memory of those who died for our country while anchoring our gratitude in the unshakable truth of the gospel.

50 Best Memorial Day Quotes: Famous Sayings to Remember Our Heroes

To honor the brave men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military, we've gathered a list of Memorial Day quotes for you to use in recognition of their sacrifice.

5 Misconceptions About Pastors

Here are five misconceptions about pastors, some of which are dangerous and greatly impede the ministry of a local church. In other words, they are not insignificant.

Church Leadership and Unity – One of the Most Important Pastoral Leadership Lessons

hurch leadership and unity change the culture of the churches we lead. Would you let the lesson shape the way you lead? I hope so. It’s that important.

6 Biblical Principles Every Pastor Should Follow in Ministry

Understanding and applying biblical principles for pastors is essential for long-term spiritual health and effective ministry.