Failure, Part 2: When Pastors Fail
“How do we take the message of the resurrection seriously when the things we put our time, effort, and energy into don’t pan out?”
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Pastoring
Caring Or Counting? The Pastoral Dilemma
When I’m pushing for numerical growth, I minister differently than when I’m caring for people. And not in a good way.
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Pastor, Stop Attendance-Shaming
Attendance-shaming reinforces the false premise that sitting in church is the primary obligation of a committed Christian.
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Deal-Breakers: 8 Ways God May Tell You to Leave Your Pastorate
Long-term pastorates are almost always good for the church and the pastor. But some situations let you know it’s time to go.
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How Can We Follow the Example of the Good Shepherd?
Following Jesus’ example as the Good Shepherd requires lots of continued prayer, humility, and a willingness to be corrected and guided by him along the way.
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9 Things I Love to Hear In a Sermon
After thousands of sermons, you stop being impressed by the flash, and you start noticing the essentials.
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The Pastor, the Bible, and Growing Up In a Pastor’s Home, with Albert Vaters (Ep 100)
The pastor’s home should be a place of joy, hope, faith, and generosity. Our foundation is found in the Bible and our first ministry is at home.
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Why I Don’t Read The Bible For Sermon Material
When we treat the Bible like a collection of sermon texts, we can lose the wonder and the beauty of it.
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There’s A Pastor Reading This Who’s Living A Secret Life
Confessing voluntarily instead of hoping no one finds out (which they will), is your best chance at healing.
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The Biggest Difference In Big/Small Church Leadership
Small church leadership relies on the pastor’s presence, big church leadership compensates for the pastor’s absence.
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