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Your Online Pastor Doesn’t Love You the Way Your Local Pastor Does
Local church pastors used to be highly respected, but now they are just one voice that is often drowned out by the guy with multiple books, podcasts, and conference appearances. Why is this a serious concern for Christ’s church?
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The Heart of the Shepherd-Elder
There is a serious shortage of pastors and elders today. Fewer Christians are putting up their hand to serve. What drives the heart of the shepherd-elder?
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Should Pastors Preach Topical Sermons?
Should pastors preach topically or should they preach chapter-by-chapter, verse-by-verse, through books of the Bible?
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Things I Wish I’d Known about Pastoring a Church When I Was Young
Here is some practical advice from a seasoned minister to help young men who are just starting out in pastoral ministry.
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The Art of Sermon Illustrations
Sermon illustrations are one of the most challenging aspects of preaching. What are some pitfalls of sermon illustrations and how can preachers employ them wisely and effectively?
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5 Warning Signs That a Pastor Has Not Been Truly Called by God
All Christians need to see the warning signs of a man who has not been truly called by God to the office of pastor. Here are five to consider.
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When Pastors Water Down the Truth of God’s Word
Is basic preaching best for new believers? Here’s why pastors need to break down, rather than water down, the truth of God’s word.
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Pastors and Friendship
What are some of the challenges pastors face in trying to build friendships with people in their congregation? How can Christians guard themselves from placing unrealistic expectations on their pastor?
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Is Your Pastor Preaching the Gospel or Something Else?
Some pastors think they need to frame their sermons to deal with the social justice issues of the day and actually end up enveloping the congregation in weariness. What are pastors commissioned by God to do?
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