My home church is in the middle of a building project. Amidst all the excitement and hopeful anticipation of future ministry in a new space, there is an equal dose […]
Does Your Worship Add to or Distract from the Gospel?
Living Your Best Life Later: The Power of Writing Letters to Your Kids
In his book Your Best Life Later, pastor Andy McQuitty explores how writing letters to his kids not only prepared his kids to live their best life, but also how he could live his best life as a father. Explore these messages from Andy to positively impact your parenting approach with your kids.
Shane and Shane on Keeping Worship Focused on Christ and the Gospel
The duo of Shane Barnard and Shane Everett are better known as Shane and Shane, a contemporary worship band who have always aimed to keep worship focused on Christ rather […]
“No One Loves Me”: Changing a Child’s Belief System from the Inside Out
Abuse and neglect affects a child’s belief system. But it is possible to reverse the effects through new words and experiences.
20 Songs About Abortion
Many people have turned to music to share their stories. Here are 20 songs about abortion we’ve gathered from musicians who have been willing to share their experiences.
Four Things Foster Parents Need from a Mentor
Mentorship is a game changer for foster parents. Learn the four things every foster parent needs from a mentor.
Invisible Disabilities: Hidden, But Real
Invisible disabilities may be internal or mental, so people living with these issues can endure bullying at any age.
Nine Challenges to Church Planting
In just a few decades, we’ve witnessed an explosion of interest and engagement in North American church planting. What was just a sideshow that a few entrepreneurial folks did in […]
Bart Barber Talks About Next Steps In The SBC
Southern Baptist Convention President Bart Barber recently sat down with The Focused Pastor to talk about his journey to the office, his advocacy on behalf of sexual abuse victims and […]
Adoption vs. Abortion: What are My Options?
It is estimated that 45% of pregnancies are unplanned, leaving many women to wonder about the facts surrounding adoption vs. abortion.