Joe McKeever

Joe McKeever spent 42 years pastoring six Southern Baptist churches and has been writing and cartooning for religious publications for more than 40 years.

Keeping Your Church Young and Vibrant

Traits of churches that thrive for the long haul

21 Nuggets of Ministry Wisdom From Trial and (Lots of) Error

Preachers, Bible teachers, and those who work with youth and children will gain valuable ministry wisdom that won't be fully recognized until they get to Glory.

Is Your Fear Affecting Your Leadership?

Christian leaders often struggle with fear. This article explores how fear affecting leadership can impact decision-making and how to overcome it.

The Case for the Importance of Prayer

I need His direction. Consider this: he leadeth me in paths of righteousness for his names sake (Psalm 23:3). Explore the profound importance of prayer.

What Not to Say When Talking About Effective Prayer

God loves varietyin creation, in people, in churches, in his methodologies, in everything. He will not be confined to something we found works best for us. Focusing on effective prayer means understanding His boundless nature.

When God Forgives Sins, Where Do They Go?

The Gospel is such good news! We are saved forever! and shall not come into condemnation but have passed from death to life (see John 5:24), understanding where sins go after God forgives.

When We Excuse Sin

Little things mean a lot.

Read the Text Accurately Before You Preach

We need to strengthen people's confidence in their Bibles and encourage them to read scripture accurately daily.