Articles for Pastors

I Trust You? 3 Reasons People May Trust You Less Than You Imagined

One of the highest compliments you can receive is to hear someone say, I trust you. Don’t take that lightly. Trust takes time to...

8 Ways the Enemy Attacks Churches

I have studied spiritual warfare for more than 25 years. Here are some of the primary ways Satan attacks churches.

Humility and Greatness Are the Same Thing

Humility and greatness are the same thing. In fact, the Bible and the world of art gives us striking examples of why it is so problematic to achieve humility and greatness.

Why a Good Husband Honors His Wife’s Privacy Every Time

It's critical that you as a good husband honor your wife's privacy every time. Here’s the thing: every husband has his wife’s “spiritual heart” beating in his hands every day.

8 Ways Dads Can Lead from the Heart

Dads have an important job description as they lead from the heart – to paint an accurate image of God the Father by the brush of their example.I’m sure most of what I have to say applies equally to moms but today I am thinking about dads in their role as leaders in the home.

Why Your Digital Rants Aren’t Helping Anyone (Including You)

Have you ever changed your mind about something someone said to you in the comments of one of your Facebook posts? I’ve developed new opinions about the person doing the posting digital rants, but not usually new opinions about the issue they’re posting about.

Why Leader’s Time Management Skills Depend on Large Blocks of Time

Calendars fill up quickly. If leaders don’t manage their calendars then their calendars will manage them. In my view, one of the most important decisions leaders make in terms of management skills is how to plan their work.

How to Listen to a Sermon

So what is the right way to listen to a sermon? With a soul that is prepared, a mind that is alert, a Bible that is open, a heart that is receptive, and a life that is ready to spring into action.