Articles for Pastors

#DearPastor: When Lauren Daigle Meets Jonathan Edwards

Dear Pastor, why does Jonathan Edwards get a pass for his stance on slavery while Lauren Daigle doesn't seem to be getting one for her stance on homosexuality?

3 Reasons to Preach Through Daniel

The book of Daniel is more than a hero tale that inspires us to live a courageous life for God amid hard circumstances.

Pastors Share the Strangest Criticism They’ve Received

Pastor, how often do people criticize you? Thom Rainer recently asked pastors to share the strangest criticism they've ever received. The responses he got range from offensive to petty to downright hilarious.

Top 10 Books Written by Women That I Read in 2018

These female theologians and authors are doing some very good work! These are the best books I read in 2018.

Here’s What It’s Like Being a Church Leader and Depressed

Have you ever thought about pastor depression? As I weigh my church leadership experiences in the context of living with depression, I think it has actually been a net gain. Let me tell you why.

Don’t Let Your Insecurities Get the Best of You

I’ve gotta be honest with you for a second. Insecurities try to get the best of me in life, relationships and ministry. I’m my...

Advent: One Like a Son of the Gods

When you think of Christmas, the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego defying Nebuchadnezzar doesn't usually come to mind.

A Different Kind of Profanity

We tend to rename this profanity as something like venting in order to remove the stigma.