Tag: Sam Rainer

Don’t Forget the Next Generation

Are you overlooking a third of your church?

Navigating the Election With Voting With Responsibility and Peace

When we vote with responsibility, we’re not binding our consciences to a particular candidate. We are simply trying to better our country as best we can. Part of “loving your neighbors” is caring about issues affecting them (not just issues affecting you).

5 Gold Mines of Sermon Illustrations

Illustrations, especially sermon illustrations, help the listener to understand your points, particularly the more abstract or theological ones.

Are You Paying Your Pastor a Fair Wage for Pastors?

Most people use their own salaries as a point of comparison. A fair wage for pastors is a central concern—if a pastor makes more than they do, it’s too much.

Here’s What thoughts during a sermon Go Through My Mind

At any point during a sermon, thoughts during a sermon can drift, but it’s not likely to bother me.

How to Win Over Your Influential Critics

3 helpful steps for gaining the support of those who disagree with you

What We Misunderstand About Neighborhood Churches Myths

Successful neighborhood churches embrace a philosophy of being strategically small rather than intentionally small. This post explores neighborhood churches myths to separate fact from fear.

Every Word Inspired

The Bible reveals God’s plan for redeeming his people. The story has ups and downs, unexpected plot twists, failures and successes. It’s not G-rated, and all the characters are flawed, with one exception—Jesus. Every Word Inspired.