Every pastor knows what it’s like to be criticized. But how does he respond? And how does he offer constructive criticism of his own?
The Pastor’s Essential Library: Pastors and Their Critics: A Guide to Coping with Criticism in the Ministry
The Doctrine of God and a Pastor’s Ministry
By engaging in God-centered preaching and pastoral ministry, we will redirect people’s natural inclination to focus on self and lead them to turn their eyes upward to contemplate and worship a holy, loving, and righteous God. Rather than approaching God merely for what he can do for us, they will learn to love and worship him for who he is.
Pastors Must Advocate for Their Mental Health
Mental Health Awareness Month is a good reminder that you, pastor, need to advocate for your mental health in a community that will be supportive as well. By doing so, you can model and lead your congregation in caring for those with mental health needs through service that honors Christ.
10 Ways to Develop a Missions Culture in Your Church
If you want your church to engage in and be excited about missions, be encouraged: you can create a church culture that infuses missions into every facet of your ministry. Consider these ten guidelines we have learned through our years in ministry.
Parenting With Intentionality
Intentionality in parenting means making a purposeful decision to spend time connecting with your kids. Intentionality is one of the seven traits for effective parenting.
Teens and the Ever-Elusive Good Night’s Sleep
Too much screen use in the bedroom is a big part of why teens don’t get enough sleep.
Countering New Age Influences in the Church
As Paul wrote, for the church to “speak the truth in love,” it must be rooted in “the knowledge of the Son of God” (Ephesians 4:15; 4:13), and it must be wary of teachings or practices that can blow it off course through the dissimulations of false teachings. New Age philosophies are false teachings that Christians must resist so that the church can become the mature body of Christ that Christ himself desires.
Five Steps to Resolving Conflicts in the Church Biblically
The Lord Jesus Christ gives us a clear path to conflict resolution in Matthew 18:15-35. In these scriptures, our Lord lays down the steps His church should follow to resolve whatever conflicts it experiences, from interpersonal disputes to heretical teachings.
The Pastor’s Essential Library: Zeal Without Burnout: Seven Keys to a Lifelong Ministry of Sustainable Sacrifice
Practical and biblical guidance to help enthusiastic Christians serve Jesus in a sustainable way.
6 Tips for Pastoral Visitation
Every pastor should aim to find avenues of personal connection, including texting, calling, emailing, and home visits. Here are 6 tips to enhance pastoral visitation.