3 Christlike Characteristics Pastors Need to Model
Explore the essential Christlike characteristics that pastors need to model for their congregations.
Discipleship and Spiritual Growth
5 Questions to Consider Before Retirement
Q: What makes a good retirement? A: A good retirement has many features, but there is one you cannot afford to overlook. Many working people decry the lack of it and long for it. Younger people are looking for a career that will provide it. What is it? Life balance. I think of balance as … Continued
The Danger of Digital Church Without Community
Digital technology plays a key role in the church, but what COVID-19 has shown is that being the church online requires more than simply streaming a worship service. If churches discontinue discipling those in their congregation and communities in exchange for virtual worship services, they are missing a key element of their biblical calling and a great opportunity for digital church community. […]
4 Ways to Rebuild the Church After COVID-19
The pandemic has caused the church to reexamine the way she serves the community of believers. Many pastors have felt the pain in the weeks that followed an extended period of closure due to reduced attendance, offerings, and gathering times. They have been burdened with trying to figure out the right course to chart to rebuild the church in […]
5 Ways to Reestablish Your Spiritual Center
From Crisis to Christ: Learn how to reestablish your spiritual center.
5 Ways to Build Strength During the Pandemic
As I pondered what to write for this article, I decided to turn from any attempt at being profound and go for the personal and practical. Just last night, John and I FaceTimed with some international friends who let us know that their conference scheduled for later this year would now be held online rather … Continued
Getting Honest About Mental Illness in Church
Jarrid Wilson, church leaders, and the specter of mental illness
How to Reconnect to the Christ-Story in Your Church
Three practical ways to reconnect to the Christ story and see what God is doing in your local church.
5 Steps to Local Church Renewal
Focus on these local church renewal steps to move your church forward out of a rut.
5 Ways to Recover From (and Prevent) Ministry Burnout
Which of these steps will you take today to stave off burnout?
