“Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has appointed you as overseers, to shepherd the church of God, which he purchased with his own blood." Acts 20:28 *If you are interested in thinking more about Acts 20:28 and its implications for pastors, check out my new book, … Continue reading What Acts 20:28 Teaches Us About Ministry
Category: Pastoring
Caring for Families When a Loved One Dies
Last week, I officiated another funeral. As I stood before family and friends gathered to remember their loved one, it was a painful reminder that death is a part of our world. No words can take away their sense of loss. As you spend time with families at the hospital, in their living rooms, at … Continue reading Caring for Families When a Loved One Dies
5 Simple Steps for Cultivating a Healthy Culture of Evangelism
Every pastor wants a healthy culture of evangelism in the church they lead. We long for our congregation to be burdened for the lost, eager to share the gospel, and convinced of the power of God to save everyone who believes. We desire worship services filled with baptisms and testimonies of God’s saving grace. But … Continue reading 5 Simple Steps for Cultivating a Healthy Culture of Evangelism
Comparisons and Feelings of Insignificance
Too often, our doubts as to whether or not our ministry actually matters begin when we compare ourselves to other pastors.
Overcoming Isolation in Ministry
*This article is adapted from chapter 6 in my new book, Shepherds on Guard. If you were to ask your congregation to list the top five struggles you face in ministry, what do you think would make their list? Pride? Burnout? Time management? Disappointment? Self-doubt? Discouragement? All good answers. Unfortunately, there’s another struggle that many … Continue reading Overcoming Isolation in Ministry