Articles for Pastors

A condensed list of the common traits of the ministry teams who are able to break this barrier.

Pastors are called to shepherd the flock of God, but the sad reality is that sometimes sheep bully the shepherd. I know pastors—some who are good friends—who daily feel beat up, hurt, manipulated, neglected and even tortured by wily sheep.

Facilities represents a large part of any church’s asset base and annual expenses, yet doesn’t usually receive the same attention that other facets of the organization garner.

The challenge in many churches is that more people = more crises.

The greatest leaders I know have always seen leadership as relational rather than transactional.

"A church already has a rescue-mission mindset because our whole mission is to help people understand the gospel and come to Christ and be saved," Houston Pastor Brian Haynes says.

Try not to speak ill of the ministry or the people to my kids.

Looking for pastor appreciation ideas? Appreciating our pastors is something we should do all year long! Here are some affirmations your pastor is sure to be thankful for.