Articles for Pastors

After Easter – 5 Vital Steps for What Comes Next

Is the singing and shouting over? Jesus encountered the disciples on Easter Sunday, but what after Easter: about Monday, or Tuesday, or beyond?

The Spiritual Battle With Weight Loss

Today we talk about weight loss. The physical side of weight loss will happen in a lot of different ways for various people. But there’s a spiritual dimension to weight loss that we all need to be aware of.

Unlocking Growth: Breaking Free from 21 Common Church Practices that Stifle Growth

I was once asked to help a church process how to get younger people to attend. After we discussed some change recommendations, a man...

God Experienced the Cross Three-fold: A Good Friday Meditation

A Good Friday Meditation: God, the Holy Trinity, suffered three-fold. Each suffering was unique. Each suffering was a kind of death. Each suffering paid the price to liberate a cap

The 5 Words That Should Scare Any Pastor

Certain words can terrify a pastor when said such as: I'm here because of you. Read on why something so seemingly innocent can put pressure on a pastor.

A Powerful Lesson from Jesus in Handling Conflict

How do you handle conflict? When you’re facing conflict in life and leadership—when you’re angry—take time to make a whip. It changes everything. 

Maundy Thursday Devotion – 5 Gems From the Last Supper

In this Maundy Thursday devotion there are at least five diamonds shining out from the darkness of John 13.

5 Mistakes Pastors Make with Church Finances

Should pastors be involved in church finances? Working with different churches over the years, I’ve seen lots of approaches and believe there are the five primary church finance mistakes pastors make.