Articles for Pastors

"As a church consultant, I’ve learned that these signs are often an indicator that the church overall does not strive for excellence."

I came into vocational ministry mid-career and it gave me a unique perspective on the role. I want pastors to succeed. Don't jeopardize your job as pastor!

Few pastors leave a church saying, “I know this is too early, but I’m leaving”; instead, they reach that conclusion after the fact.  

Kevin Cashman says that we must bring hidden beliefs into the light for us to lead at our best. He suggests seven clues that can bring these shadow beliefs to light.

Repetition is a great teacher.

Leaders pray Expectantly. Are you a leader? How do you pray? Let's pray expectantly. Keep asking him to bless, and even heal.

Sometimes church-going Christians miss the power of the Lord’s teaching because we are over-familiar with the parables of Jesus.

My final message as pastor at Cross Church became a love letter to this beloved church. Because I love this church I reflected on something every pastor should consider: how to leave your church well.