Recently, I wrote an article about why some pastors will likely resign when the “normal” returns after COVID. Here, I want to look at the other side of this story—pastors who may have been discouraged prior to COVID but are now finding new zeal in their pastorate. Here are some reasons they’re finding renewed hope: … Continued
Every leader has their own productive strengths, internal capacities and external opportunities. That’s part of what makes each of us unique. And within that, there is great freedom and importance to be yourself. With that said, however, there are three broad categories all leaders are measured in by those who follow them. Before we dig … Continued
I spend a good amount of my ministry investing in younger leaders and I love it, because it fuels me to know something I’ve learned—often through trial and error—might help another leader avoid my mistakes. 5 NUGGETS OF WISDOM FOR YOUNG LEADERS 1. The more specific you are the more other people can help you. … Continued
Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encouragewith great patience and careful instruction. For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching […] This article discusses the importance of preaching unpopular truth even when faced with societal pressure.
“And since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory. But if we are to share his glory, we must also share his suffering.” —Romans 8:17 When people go through great difficulty, sometimes they say they’re losing their religion. I would say that’s good. … Continued
What if existing churches became a platform for the microchurch movement?
In the 1984 movie, The Karate Kid, Pat Morita starred as Miyagi. He develops a relationship with a young man named Daniel (the Karate Kid), played by Ralph Macchio. The movie centers around Miyagis efforts to mentor, or disciple, Daniel. As they begin this new relationship, Miyagi says to Daniel, Lets make a sacred pact. What true discipleship looks like is defined by a willingness to learn and obey. […]
If I want my influence to help my community be a better place to live, I must first become a better leader. Culture doesnt hold steady or remain the same; therefore, the level of our leadership cannot remain the same. I cant remember a time when circumstances changed so fast, and the future remained so […] Learn how to grow leadership skills in this guide.
Ministering in small towns is neither idyllic nor dull. It is real life, with a big gospel in small places.
Stephen Witmer discusses his theological vision and ministry strategy for small-town churches, emphasizing a gospel that is both big and small.
