Articles for Pastors

A Test for Christian Leaders

Christian leaders, I invite you to take this test as you begin this week. Consider these characteristics of Christian leadership, and then answer the accompanying questions for yourself.

One Simple but Huge Way to Better Empower a Team

Giving your team more responsibility is the key to empowerment.

5 Grave Dangers for Any Local Church

It’s easy for work in local churches to become “business as usual.” But we need to reflect on the depth of five dangers that can really hurt the church.

The Conversation That Saved My Ministry

"One man, in one moment, was willing to speak the truth in love, and the story of the hearer changed forever."

5 Things the New iPhone X Can Teach You About Leadership (Whatever You Lead)

When it comes to leadership some principles are transcendent.

The Gift of Sleep

Admitting we need sleep is actually one way we can rest in God. The reason why is that it's a simple reminder that we aren’t Him.

The Demise of U2 and the Lesson for Senior Pastors

U2 stopped being great when it lost its passion. The same can happen to pastors.

7 Signs It’s Not Really a Team

"This post addresses teams—and we need them more often."