David Sanford
Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer
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How Does The Emotionally Intelligent Pastor Help with Burnout?
In her new book, Jeannie Clarkson reveals practices that help weary leaders recover a sense of balance and joy. Almost like a vaccine, they've been shown to protect pastors against burnout and pave...Thursday, October 24, 2019
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What Is the Biblical Definition of Manhood?
Many biblical heroes of the faith define manhood with conviction and determination, faith and fortitude, strength and resolve, vibrancy and vitality. Together, they define the kind of man who...Tuesday, October 8, 2019
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Confessions of an Angry Pastor
In his book, Confessions of an Angry Man, Brent Hofer pleads: If you are an angry pastor, do the one act that no one else can do for you. Be willing to change.Tuesday, October 1, 2019
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How to 'Do it Scared' and Conquer Your Fears
Don’t make the mistake of trying to jump from fear straight to true courage. Instead, work on your focus. It won’t eliminate fear. Instead, it will give you the courage to ‘do it scared' day in and...Monday, September 30, 2019
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8 Things Paul Encourages Men to Think About
What we’re thinking about defines us. Paul encourages us: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if...Tuesday, September 10, 2019
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4 Remarkable Truths in the Story of a Poor Widow Who Gave All
Want to learn more about God's heart? Here are a few lessons in faith, obedience, loving your neighbor, and more – all revealed in the humble act of a poor widow who gave her last two coins.Friday, September 6, 2019
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Can I Trust Jesus When He’s Silent?
Jesus wants it no other way: for you to trust that He loves you, even (and maybe especially) when He seems silent.Monday, July 1, 2019
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How to ‘Fully Engage’ by Loving Others as You Love Yourself
An experienced pastor told his church that even though he knew God loved him, he only recently experienced a profound revelation of “Jesus loves me, this I know” deep in his heart. If learning to...Wednesday, June 19, 2019
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9 Books for Pastors and Leaders Who Want to Last
When you’re tasked with shepherding souls in our gravely fallen world, pastors and leaders naturally face days, or seasons, of discouragement. Even though you know you’re meant to serve in this...Thursday, June 13, 2019
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The 4 Ways We Become Whole Men
Monday, September 10, 2018
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17 Ways Pastors Can Hit the 'Refresh' Button
Every pastor who still wants to be in the ministry five years from now needs to take a day or two off each quarter to hit the “refresh” button.Wednesday, May 29, 2013
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How to Pray in the Midst of Crises
How should we respond in the midst of crises? The short answer is: by praying. Here are some examples from the Psalms.Friday, April 19, 2013
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Real Love: A Paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 13
If I talk about God, the Bible, and the Church, but I fail to ask about other people’s needs, I’m simply making a lot of empty religious noise.Wednesday, April 3, 2013
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Good Tidings of Great Joy - Our Savior Jesus Christ
How radical is the idea behind Christmas? The religious leaders at that time scoffed at the shepherds' report of the angelic announcement of Jesus' birth. They certainly couldn't imagine God...Monday, December 15, 2003