Evangelism • Leadership • Missiology • Church Health
Over the years, I’ve talked with pastors about the importance of taking a day off (though I’m still learning to do that myself. . .). I’ve been interested in learning what day pastors take off, and I’ve learned that many take off Monday or Friday. Here is some of their reasoning.
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I grieve when I see wounded pastors (even those whose own actions contribute to the pain). In too many cases, those wounds create scars…
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Though I don’t believe a plurality of leaders is the only New Testament model of church, I do think there’s great wisdom in the accountability and shared leadership that come with a plurality. At the same time, though, the significance of the person who preaches most Sundays cannot be overstated.
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Some time ago, I wrote a post on what my workaholism is costing me. I still struggle with that issue, and I’ve learned that many…
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More and more pastors are dealing with the issue of depression. The pain is often deep, and few pastors have immediate places to turn…
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If you haven’t grabbed it yet, I encourage you to get my free e-book, Lord, I’m Caught in the Bubble available here from Church Answers. In one section…
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I love pastors. Their ministries over the years have changed my life. Here are some ways to show your gratitude to your pastor during…
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I have written in the past about the importance of making disciples through mentoring (e.g., see these blogs [here and here] and books [here and here]). To be…
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I’ve taught seminary students now for 26 years, and I’ve worked with hundreds of graduates in doctoral programs or local church events. I always…
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I served as a senior pastor for fourteen years in Ohio prior to becoming a seminary professor in 1996. I realize the Lord has…
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