Articles for Pastors

Spiritual Stupidity: 10 Things a Pastor Should NOT Do

If you aspire to ministry, there are things a pastor should not do. Don’t be stupid. Decide now to avoid these obvious pitfalls.

My Single Biggest Regret From a Lifetime of Ministry

"I am not groveling in self-pity. I tell this in the hope that younger ministers will see themselves in this and not make the mistakes I did."

Who Really Cares If Pastors Quit?

Edify Leaders, a pastoral care and ministry coaching organization, has gone on high alert in response to an alarming report by Barna Research that 51% of mainline pastors are considering quitting the ministry.

5 Overlooked Cultural Sins Threatening the Church

We may find that we’ve been blind to more subtle and subversive influences that are having a greater impact on the church than the issues that consume us.

A Talking Snake? Bible Answer Man Hints That What Many Pastors Teach Isn’t Exactly True

Is there really a talking snake in Genesis 3? “Bible Answer Man” host Hank Hanegraaff tackles the question of whether Satan, as a serpent, actually spoke words to Eve in the Garden of Eden.

How I Left Legalism Without Leaving God

It's possible. I left legalism. And I didn't leave God. Here's how I left legalism without leaving God.

5 Things Men Should Know About Submission

Submission in the Bible is one of the most controversial, misused, and misunderstood marriage teachings. Men in particular need to keep these five things in mind.

Modesty, Yoga Pants and 5 Myths You Need to Know

What does it mean to pursue modesty in a godly way? Yes, it's the responsibility of men not to lust—but to what extent are women responsible?