Articles for Pastors

7 Things the Church Can Learn From Disney World

If Disney World has excellence, shouldn’t church leaders demand it even more? We exist not for entertaining customers, but for leading more people to Christ!

The Importance of the Simmer Day in Sermon Preparation

The simmer day allows pastors space to get out of “sermon mode” and trust that God will do what He wants to do.

Do You Suffer From ‘Bible Anorexia?’

Do you think Bibles are just for church meetings? Do you think opening it just once in a while will sustain you? Are you unhappy in life? Maybe you have Bible anorexia.

10 Things Great Leaders Grant Their Teams

Whether stated or unspoken, a leader plays the key role in setting the culture of the organization. People on any team will often wait until they feel they have permission from leadership before they move forward.

Why Growth Is Non-Negotiable for Leaders

Great leaders understand that yesterday’s wins do not guarantee future successes.

The Best Leaders Are Broken Leaders

I have learned three huge lessons about humble leadership throughout my two decades in pastoral ministry. These lessons illustrate that the best leaders are broken leaders.

The Dangers of Echo Chamber Leadership

We leaders often enjoy the affirmation and adulation of others as we express our ideas, provide direction and set future courses. But falling for it is a danger to your ministry.

Your Church’s Culture

How to create a positive, biblical culture in your church and then how to protect it.