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Pastoral ministry
Measuring Your Ministry—a Warning and an Encouragement
When we fix our attention on “results” in Christian ministry—size, numbers, and outcomes—we risk shifting our focus away from God and onto ourselves, making our own “impact” the measure that matters most.
Is Your Pastor Preaching the Gospel or Something Else?
The church proclaims the way to be saved from the wrath of God because of sin. What happens when pastors focus on social justice and politics instead of preaching the gospel?
5 Reasons Why We Should Sing Psalms and Hymns in Church
Does your congregation sing psalms and hymns during the church service? Here are five reasons why it’s good to do.
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?
Should Pastors Preach Topical Sermons?
Should pastors preach topically or should they preach chapter-by-chapter, verse-by-verse, through books of the Bible?
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.
5 Ways to Support Your Pastor
Pastors are prone to high rates of burnout and are not immune to stress-related problems from their work such as anxiety and depression. Here are five ways to support your pastor.
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?
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.