Pastor Blogs Archives

Sometimes you feel that no one understands or even cares. I am so sorry. Now is a good time to talk with a trusted friend, counselor, or person in...

It’s no coincidence that Sunday morning’s chaos surpasses the hustle to get the kids to school and get to work. Satan doesn’t want you to prepare...

Who could cheer the potential to stop the beating hearts of children who are, in some cases, just weeks away from birth?

Maybe Jesus should have said, “Love your neighbor better than you love yourself.”

Too often, time away from ministry is neglected because of poor financial planning or lack of time.

Young preachers can be shallow, silly, arrogant, sloppy, and most of all ignorant. I’ve been a young preacher, and at one time or the other, was...

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...

Let’s get rid of the events that are holding our church back from growing. Let’s find the events that are thriving and add fuel to the proverbial...

Dreamers usually ask me to help interpret their dream. I always politely decline. After all, I’m not Joseph or Daniel or another prophet.

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...

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

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

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...

I'm not interested in having a funeral when I pass away. My question is… did Jesus have a funeral and is it alright NOT to have one?