Chuck Lawless

Chuck Lawless is dean and vice president of graduate studies and ministry centers at Southeastern Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina, and global theological education consultant for the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention.

8 Reasons Some Pastors Are Finding Renewed Hope During COVID

Recently, I wrote an article about why some pastors will likely resign when the “normal” returns after COVID. Here, I want to look at...

Why Churches Struggle With Evangelism

Eight reasons churches have a hard time with evangelism.

Why Many Churches Seem to Operate in Their Own Power

It seems to me that many churches operate more in their own ability than they do in God’s power. The evidence, particularly of North...

6 Reasons Churches Struggle to Disciple

I believe more and more churches are working harder at what most churches call “discipleship” (which I define here as leading believers to obey...

Can You Effectively Disciple Remotely?

Many believers who want to continue to grow in Christ are looking forward to gathering face-to-face with others again. But in fact, I disciple...

8 Things I’ve Learned While Sheltering in Place

What I've learned about ministry during this unique season.

11 Things About Being a Pastor I Learned the Hard Way

The foibles and lessons of my early years as a pastor

12 Reasons Pastors Struggle to Delegate

Let's not miss the leaders right in front of us.