Articles for Pastors

Case Study: How to Start a Sermon Series Well

There are many different ways you can start a sermon series well. One size does not fit all. But every sermon series has a unique attitude and approach that you’re going to want to consider when deciding how to start your next sermon series.

Why Didn’t God Send Jesus Right After Adam and Eve Sinned?

"Why did God wait all that time between Adam and Eve and the cross?"

10 Tips for Ministering to the Hospitalized

Don't let pastoral visitation become a lost art. 10 practical tools to equip you in this vital task.

A Little "Reality" for the Duck Dynasty Debate

Jared Wilson offers some insightful wisdom about the heated debated over Phil Robertson's comments in GQ.

10 Things to Pray for Your Pastor…and One Big Thing to Do Next

So much depends on whether our spiritual leaders are functioning well, close to the Lord, thinking clearly and in good health. Here are some ideas for prayers for pastors.

The Biblical Mandate to Take Care of Your Body

The sixth commandment requires that we preserve our lives and the lives of others. This does not prohibit self-defense, lawful war, or capital punishment, but it certainly forbids us to harm ourselves and others. To put it positively, the commandment tells us to take care of our bodies.

4 Huge Distractions in Meetings and How to Fight Them

"Distractions can steer emotional energy, creative thinking and collective wisdom away from the important matters being discussed."

6 Groups of People Pastors Will Be Preaching to This Christmas

The message of Christmas is beautiful and our souls need it all of the time. Including this time. By God’s grace, some will realize they need Christmas more this year than they have realized before.