Articles for Pastors

A Reminder That God’s Provision Doesn’t Equal God’s Pleasure

The Old Testament story of the Israelites wandering in the desert for 40 years is proof that God's provision is not dependent on our performance.

7 Traits of a Great Team Member

All great teams are made up of great team members.

5 Reasons I Still Believe in the People of God

The people of God have problems like everyone else. Sometimes we struggle and fall. But this is why I still believe in God's church.

The Very Personal Power of the Holy Spirit

While traveling the nation, speaking in a wide assortment of congregations, I’ve observed a troubling trend of language that depersonalizes the Holy Spirit. Rather...

The Manly Side of the Book of Ruth

For many of us, the Book of Ruth often gets classified as the Bible's best Cinderella-story. What it should really be known for, though, is its revolution against the patriarchal status quo.

Why Women Can’t Lead in Your Church

In many churches and seminaries there is an underlying belief that men lead and women follow, inhibiting women leaders in the church.

What to Do When Your Church Seems to Be Dying

"A grain of wheat seems to die when it falls to the ground, but it actually produces new, fresh life. And so can your church!"

Guidelines for Conversations About Race in the Church

We need some guidelines to make conversations about race and the church fruitful rather than frustrating.