Fear can make us behave irrationally in our ministries. Trying to get people to like us prevents us from effectively serving the Lord. The approval of man adds nothing to our purpose, person, or calling. Instead, it takes energy and time away from what we should be focused on the most – pleasing God.
Fighting Pastoral Anxiety: Fearing God More Than Our People
The Pastor’s Treasury: His Library
Dear pastor, proudly appreciate your treasury of books. Treat those precious gems with reverence. Keep reading and share their wisdom with your flock.
What is RAD?
What is RAD? Find answers about what a Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) diagnosis means.
The Unique Challenges of Missionary Marriages to Preach the Gospel
If you are a pastor, I assume you know the importance of Gospel-like marriages. But what you may not know is that missionary marriages face unique challenges.
The Pastor’s Essential Library: Seven Dangers Facing Your Church
Be under no illusion: your church is in danger. But be in no doubt: your church can confront them, overcome them, and thrive in the face of them.
How to Evaluate Potential Pastoral Staff
While no process can perfectly solve the vetting process of potential pastors, churches need to ensure that they are aiming their hiring efforts at the right elements. The real thing every church needs to be healthy is a healthy pastor as defined by his character in how they treat their family and neighbors.
6 Blessings of Pastoral Friendships
God has blessed us with many resources to endure adversity in ministry. One unique and under-appreciated source of encouragement is pastoral friendships. Such friendships are not easy to cultivate, but worth the investment. Here are six ways they foster longevity in ministry and a few practical first steps to build relationships between fellow pastors.
Abortion: The Issue
As one of the most controversial and culture-changing issues of our time, abortion affects all Americans – directly or indirectly.
How to Frustrate Your Wife
This is an article about frustration. To be specific, it is about how husbands frustrate their wives. If you want to know how to treat your wife, look at Christ’s love for the church. We will see the frustration factors that can arise when contrasted with the elements of Christ’s love for us.
The Pastor’s Essential Library: Strange New World
Strange New World offers a more concise presentation and application of some of the most critical topics of our day.