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The Spiritual Attack on Masculinity

Why is manhood under spiritual attack? I have talked to pastors and leaders of men’s ministry all over the country, and here are what I believe to be five of the primary battles against the souls of men.

You Can Have a Thriving Church and a Healthy Culture. You Just Have to Win with People.

Ministry is about people, and biblical leadership is about shepherding. In over 30 years of being a lead pastor, I’ve found that lasting impact comes less from producing great content and more from focusing on building people.

15 Powerful Preaching Quotes To Inspire Your Preaching

If you're trying to grow in the craft of preaching, let these preaching quotes challenge your approach to the pulpit. And be encouraged--you CAN make a difference!

11 Leadership Traits of Highly Effective Pastors

Effective pastoral leadership is not a personality type or a natural talent. It is a cultivated character rooted in Christ, shaped by Scripture, and refined through experience.

7 Habits of Truly Joyful Pastors

Outward pressure to “perform” is not what pastors need right now. I want to share some things I’ve observed in what I am calling truly joyful pastors.

Heaven vs Hell: What the Bible Really Says About Eternity

The truth about Heaven vs Hell isn’t meant to terrify—it’s meant to awaken hearts, inspire faith, and point people to the hope found in Jesus Christ.

25 Father’s Day Sermons and Worship Resources

This Father's Day, here are 25 powerful Father's Day sermons and worship ideas — including Father's Day sermons from Chuck Swindoll and Rick Warren — to help highlight the love of our Heavenly Father and to raise up godly Christian fathers in your churches.

9 Key Responsibilities of a Pastor That Go Beyond the Pulpit

While preaching is central to a pastor’s role, there are other vital pastoral duties and responsibilities that shape the health, growth, and spiritual vitality of a church community.

5 Signs It’s Time for a Pastor to Take a Sabbatical—And How to Plan One

A pastor sabbatical guide can help church leaders discern the right time for a break and provide a practical framework for planning it effectively.

Leading Difficult People – It Can Be Done!

Good leaders have their own thoughts, ideas, and ways to solve problems. It’s up to those of us who lead leaders to harness all that into a healthy and productive team.

Why Narcissists Struggle to Find the Will of God

When Paul states his purpose in Romans 15, he instead grounds his understanding of his calling in God’s purposes on earth. He wants to find the will of God for himself.