Church Leaders Update Archives

How do you know if that brave new adventure is one that God is calling you to? Here are 7 ways to gain discernment and direction—and go for it!

Ever wondered what makes the Bible the most widely-read book of all time? Here are 13 timeless reasons it stands out from all other religious...

Christians are called to a radical expression of peace in divisive times. Rather than removing ourselves, we are to seek redemption, never revenge.

Christians believe in faith by grace. We embrace suffering, deny our sinful natures, confess our wrongs, love everyone, share the story of Jesus’...

Anyone needing reassurance that God is love need look no further than his own stubborn, rebellious heart. We hate to admit our need, yet God stays...

In recent years, the followers of a conspiracy theory known as QAnon has become more visible in American life. QAnon has moved from the fringes of...

Telling people 'the Bible says so' isn't always enough when it comes to battling sexual temptations. Pastors and church leaders need to be willing...

It’s an odd thing. The more like Jesus Christ I become in this world, the more I become my authentic self, and less a clone of anyone or a copy or...

I was recently at a farmer’s market, and a particular family stood out to me. In a sea of face masks, they were the only ones not wearing them....

Church isn't a place for only 'peace, quiet, and joy.' It's where we should hear about, and lean into, the hardest issues of our day—with the Bible...

After making almost every mistake in the book over the years, here are 10 counter-intuitive yet powerful steps toward loving someone through their...

True racial reconciliation is incredibly difficult. It involves honoring our differences, and there are no simple solutions. But this is exactly...

The saying "preaching to the choir" has both good and bad wrapped up in it. It's our responsibility (whether a preacher or not) to not just to...

The bottom line is that false prophets bring a message that is not from God. Their message contradicts what God instructs, often appealing to our...

I began serving the Lord when I was 11 years old, began preaching the Word when I was 21, and began pastoring a year later. At a solid 80 years...