Paul J. Pastor

Paul J. Pastor is editor-at-large of Outreach, executive editor for Nelson Books, and author of several books. He lives in Oregon.

J.D. Greear: Is Your God Too Small?—Part 1

"It was as if I had my own little solar system and God was the missing planet."

J.D. Greear: Rediscovering Awestruck Wonder—Part 2

"Everything we need for a clear vision of our big God has been given to us in the Bible."

Max Lucado: Beyond Anxious–Part 1

“That’s the role of a pastor—to reiterate that there is a good God on the supreme throne overseeing every detail in the world.”

Max Lucado: Beyond Anxious–Part 2

“While I’d love to fix people, I can’t. If I think I can, I’m setting myself up for anxiety.”

Why We Need to Walk With Skeptics

Presenting Faith as Hopeful, Valuable, Pleasurable and Meaningful

Gene Appel: The Freedom of Focus—Part 1

“I felt an overwhelming pull—if I'd entrust my life to God, he'd use me to help people get ready for their last day on this planet.”

Gene Appel: Leading Through Change—Part 2

“When you simplify and clarify your focus, you can bring the entire power of the church to bear on each thing you do.”

Nikki Toyama-Szeto: Bring Your Full Self

“God could have chosen anyone in the world to lead your community, and he chose you. Why is that?”