Terminating a minister is more than just a job change; it’s an announcement to the world that can end a career. Before your church takes the "death stroke" of firing a pastor, consider these seven redemptive alternatives to protect the church and the minister’s future.
"As I’ve faced discouragement in ministry, these simple choices have helped me encourage myself in the Lord."
"Most of the world mourns Monday because it signifies the end of the weekend. Pastors face a different monster on Mondays."
"If the gospel is the hope of the world, and if the message is blocked until there is good will, where do we go from here?"
What does it take to be effective in youth ministry? It starts with defining the win—and living out seven key traits that help leaders reach students with lasting impact.
"Encouragement isn’t something that you can just tack on to your daily checklist. It’s a way of life for a leader."
"The good news: You already have most of the tools you need to make your sermon stick while pointing people to Jesus."
Thom Rainer: "Pastors often take 10 to 20 hours to prepare a sermon. And then they hear one of these sentences."
Ed Stetzer: "Our gut reaction is to dismiss Trump supporters and to question their faith. I’d like to suggest a different approach."
Ed Stetzer: "About half of evangelical Christians believe that prayer and Bible study alone can heal mental illness."
