Articles for Pastors

How to Increase the Spiritual Return on a Sermon

Every Sunday something happens over 400,000 times in North America: A pastor preaches a sermon.

5 Consequences Leaders Face for Not Resting

We shouldn’t use it as a badge of honor, and we should not claim it as a weakness that is actually a veiled strength.

Becoming a Minimalist Pastor

We would all agree that the worst possible rut to ever be in as a pastor is living in a perpetual state of distraction, overwhelm and superficiality.

7 Ways Leaders Can Navigate the Pain of Rejection

Rejection potentially carries a long lasting impact on our souls. Don’t take it lightly. Deal with it sooner that later.

The Drug Dealer of Choice for Anxious Pastors

"We’d like relief from the symptoms, but not to be led through the pain of being touched and transformed by Holy Love at the point of our deepest wounds."

The Roller Coaster Effect of Ministry

"Here is one of the most extreme ups and downs that we discover in the Scriptures. One minute Paul is getting stoned; the next minute, God is using him to make new disciples."

3 Starting Points to Grow Prayer in Your Church

As leaders—pastors, elders, small group leaders, prayer leaders—we need to challenge people to pray.