Articles for Pastors

5 Lies Preachers Believe About Preaching

A pastor’s normal excessive scrutiny about his preaching is bad enough, but it is made worse when these five lies about preaching are believed.

10 Reasons Why Small Churches Stay Small (Part 1)

First, an explanation or two, then a definition. Then, finally, 10 reasons small churches stay small. You'll get expert insights to grow your small church.

Take Up Your Cross – 3 Meditations

As we meditate on the phrase, take up your cross, we should consider, Why would Jesus ask this of us?

Juneteenth and the Gospel of Freedom

"The story of Juneteenth reminds me of how many followers of Jesus live enslaved to sin and dark powers, even though they have been set free by Jesus," says Dr. Derwin Gray.

Loneliness in the Church – 8 Reasons Why

As I read about an “epidemic of loneliness" in North America, I was reminded that even believers are susceptible to this problem: loneliness in the church.

When Churches Want a Pastor Who Can “Bring in Young Families”

"We need to call a Pastor who knows how to shift congregational culture."

Speak Up for Your Pastor

God bless all those who will love and support their imperfect shepherds, not because they are always right or constantly deserving, but simply for Jesus’ sake. Pray for your pastor. Speak up for him.

The Goldilocks Principle of Marriage

"Not too cold. Not too hot. But just right."