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The Puritans viewed human history as one continual conflict with evil spiritual powers. This is one reason I have so long appreciated the writings...

I think there are several lessons on leadership that we can learn from IKEA and the way they sell their products.

It’s hard for us people-pleasers to say “no” when going along to get along would cause fewer waves.

Every pastor is faced by the dilemma of whether to marry certain couples. Some of the decisions get complicated really quickly.

In all the busy-ness, it’s tempting to think of your home group as an optional extra—to fit in so long as you have the time, and the energy. Here’s...

Pastor Bill and his wife Lisa had a growing church and a good marriage, but something was wrong. For over six months Bill felt tired much of the...

I have had the blessing of receiving all types of gifts from church members. While all of the gifts were appreciated, the ones we loved the most...

If there are reasons for dismissing the minister, faithful leaders can find ways to make it happen without ruining that person’s future...

In God's eyes, there is no secular and sacred division, no work life and faith life separation. The work you do is a ministry unto the Lord.

I never imagined that I would find myself so familiar with death as a pastor.

Life groups are crucial for spiritual growth but how does a small group leader nurture these relationships and encourage real talk?

Every person makes the same kinds of mistakes and feels pretty much the same inner turmoil as every other person.

I’m always a little flummoxed when people ask about the fee. I reply, “I don’t charge anything.” But that is not the entire story.

When we are penitent confessors we are acknowledging our deep need for Jesus.

A church leader was venting. “We have so many immature members. And the problem is, they want to stay that way!”