But, Are You Praying About It?
Those we guide will be much more likely to follow our lead if they see not only our vision, but also our zeal for God and our desire to talk with Him. They will want what we have.
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No Longer Depleted: Recharge Ministry Batteries
Too many pastors and leaders have rejected the gift of weekly refreshment that God wants to give them to recharge ministry batteries.
6 Behind-the-Scenes Things Church Leaders Are Doing Well
Encouragement for overtaxed church leaders
What Does Taking Up the Shield of Faith Look Like?
We can expect that day in and day out we will be pummeled by the flaming arrows of the great enemy of God and man, the devil. These flaming arrows might take many forms, but surely at least one of them is in the form of accusation, and taking up the shield of faith is crucial to counter this.
When the Leader Overwhelmed Burden is Too Great
It's okay for a leader overwhelmed to take a break to clear your head. It could be an afternoon, a day, or a week, but sometimes you just need to get away from the situation long enough to gain a fresh perspective.
What Makes a Pastor Great Leader?
Any gifted communicator can tell you what you should be doing. A great pastor journeys alongside you as you seek to do it together, exhibiting great pastor leadership.
Helping Seniors Keep Faith Spiritually After Graduation
We must prepare our teenagers by speaking forthrightly about the temptations that await them after high school. We must help them be on their guard and learn how to be fully armored up with the spiritual protection that Jesus provides every believer (Ephesians 6:11), helping seniors keep faith.
God Has Good Things Planned for You
Why We Must Depend on the Promises of God in Difficult Times
For the Weary Leader: Refresh Your Tired Soul
Periodically take a solo retreat to refresh your tired soul. Occasionally Ive taken a night and a day at a local retreat center. Im usually the only one there. When I go, I think, pray, plan, write, and study. Those periodic getaways refresh my soul and help break me from the rigors of ministry, resetting my focus to respond appropriately to the stresses ministry brings.
