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Pastoral ministry

Things I Wish I’d Known about Pastoring a Church When I Was Young

By Campbell Markham / January 17, 2024

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

By Ayrian Yasar / December 29, 2023

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

By J. V. Fesko / November 9, 2023

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

By Chris Gordon / September 29, 2023

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.

Pastors and Friendship

By Wes Van Fleet / April 15, 2023

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?

All Sins Are Not Alike: Sexual Immorality, Chastity, and Wisdom

By R. Scott Clark / July 25, 2018

Because of the sexual revolution, we hardly know what chastity is any more. In some circles it has become axiomatic that sexual sins are no worse and no different from any other sins. What are the two classes of sin, and why is it important for Christians to recognize the difference?

Pastors, the Graham Rule, and Wisdom

By R. Scott Clark / July 10, 2018

It was recently announced that another pastor was removed from ministry because of sexual immorality. What are some of the objections people have to the Graham Rule (also known as the Pence Rule), and, when it comes to pastoral ministry in particular, are these objections valid?