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Keep Calm and Minister

Can you pass the "Timothy Test?"

4 Ways God’s Spirit Leads His People

We don't always have the full picture, but discerning how God is leading you is not unclear.

4 Reminders for Discouraged Parents

Parenting can be hard, so let these truths encourage you.

7 Vital Lessons Leadership Has Taught Me

When we put our pride aside and truly value those around us and who we work with, we are able to then respect what each person brings to our team.

Taking Shallow Christians Deeper

We need to encourage people to ask more questions.

5 Ways Evangelism Is Complicated

Life outside church involvement is full. The fun stuff is a compelling draw; family is a top priority, and work is a demanding reality. We don’t need to compete, but we need to be present, meet needs and serve well.

A Cure for Cynicism

Hope is a beautiful byproduct of faithful practice in the present.

7 Questions to Ask When Starting a Church Planting Network

What it takes to start and sustain a church planting movement.

How Can Weaknesses of an Extroverted Pastor Become Strengths?

Partly because they are more outgoing, I believe extroverted pastors will get the benefit of the doubt—more so than introverted pastors. Many have tackled the subject of how introverts can overcome weaknesses, but I haven’t noticed as much written about extroverted pastors.

The Further We Move from God, the Further We Move from Happiness

I’ve studied many worldviews, but none comes close to the biblical worldview in accounting for all the facts of our existence—including our longing for happiness.

Are We Building God’s Kingdom or Our Own?

The first and best of what you are has to be laid in surrender at Jesus’ feet. Only then will it bring life to the world.