Why being a true friend is more Important than having a best friend
Ditch the BFF Myth and Become a True Friend
What Makes a Pastor Successful
What does success look like for a minister of the gospel? Is it a steady growth in church membership? Exceeding your budget? It can be a helpful exercise from time to time for pastors to think about what the numbers are saying. But as we do so, we must always remember this biblical reality: success isn’t measured merely by numbers but by faithfulness.
Wise to Save, Blessed to Give
Teaching children biblical principles, is especially important when it comes to how they handle money.
Overwhelmed by Love to Evangelize
Imagine how our churches would grow if every member saw sinners through Jesus’ compassionate eyes. Imitating Him in His passion for the lost should be our No. 1 priority. But how do we make that happen when we each have everyday hassles that become our priorities?
Exposing Error from the Pulpit
Pastors must expose spiritual errors—even heresies—whether in the Church or in the world, especially when so much false teaching is prevalent in today’s culture.
5 Ways to Deepen Your Friendship With God
Building a closer friendship with God takes time and attention
The Pastor’s Essential Library: The Life We Never Expected: Hopeful Reflections on the Challenges of Parenting Children with Special Needs
This touching memoir by two parents recounts the highs and lows of raising children with specials needs, ultimately directing readers to the God who promises us peace and joy, even in the midst of trials.
How to Help Teens with Anxiety
If your teen is experiencing anxiety. You are not alone.
Three Dangers of Seeking Pastoral Praise
We preachers love praise—the love of adulation runs deep in our hearts. Man-pleasing is a complicated sin because it is a heart-level struggle. While the sinful pursuit of praise is not limited to pastors, our vocation provides extra temptation in this area of pride. Rather than keep this struggle in the dark, let’s throw some light on our motivation for ministry and address the too-often acceptable sin of the love of adulation.
Samuel the Prophet: An Adoption Story
The story of Samuel the prophet gives an excellent example to how beneficial foster care and adoption can be to the body of Christ.