Being a warrior for God
Being a Christian and a warrior are two ideas seldom connected in the modern world. If Christians embraced the ethic and discipline of warriors, our world would see radical change in Christian leadership.
Parenting in light of the Gospel
The Gospel brings about a radical change in our lives. How should our parenting be impacted by Gospel truth? In a world full of conflicting information, God’s Word provides the needed foundation to lead our children in following Christ. In this article, we will discuss a few areas where the Gospel can produce liberating changes in our approach parenting.
Why pastors need real friends
Being well-known and having deep and abiding relationships with others are two completely different things. Some pastors are hesitant to develop relationships that go beyond surface matters out of a fear of being hurt...
How to kick troubling thoughts to the curb
Have you ever been troubled by your thoughts? Maybe you know what it is like to be burdened by chronic worry, fear, despair, or anger. Sometimes our minds can feel like a battleground. However, as a Child of God, we don’t have to let negative thoughts live “rent free” in our minds. In fact, the Bible talks about taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ (see 2 Cor 10:5). In this article, we will walk through the steps to kick troubling thoughts to the curb.
What’s your dinner table used for?
The dinner table is a much under-used tool for evangelism and discipleship. As God has torn down the barrier that once separated us, inviting others to share a meal in our homes can also help tear down barriers. This post explains how we can use our dinner tables in an effort to reach out to others and build the Kingdom.
Dealing with unjust criticism and insults
There will be times in ministry when you are going to be hit. You will be the subject of criticism (some warranted and some unwarranted). Occasionally, someone fueled by a sense of self-contrived justice, is going to say something to you that is unfair, insulting, or ill-informed. Expect it. How do you face an unjust critic or personal insults? During this post we will discuss the keys to keeping your focus on Christ even when targeted by a critic.
Fighting for your faith when the struggle is real
There are no vacation days available when it comes to spiritual warfare and the fight can be exhausting. The struggle is real. Some days it feels as if the enemy never takes a holiday. In this post we discuss several ways to keep your focus on God when enduring difficulty, discouragement, and spiritual warfare.
Spurgeon’s view of depression
Depression in ministry should not take us by surprise. Like other obstacles in our lives, it can cause us to look to Christ, lean on God’s promises, and rely on the Holy Spirit to get us through.
Three unique advantages to bi-vocational ministry
Bi-vocational ministry has unique challenges and opportunities. This article highlights some of the advantages of serving God in bi-vocational ministry. Bi-vocational ministers have the opportunity to leverage their calling in the workplace for the glory of God.
The danger of bitterness
Bitterness is a real killer of effective ministry. Every man and woman in ministry must guard against this danger. In this post I’ll explain the ways bitterness can take root in our lives. Understanding how bitterness grows prepares us to be on guard against this danger.
Skills for the normative pastor: the art of juggling
I was never a good juggler. I have no problem catching one ball at a time or even throwing and catching two balls one after another. The task becomes harder for me, however, when...
Loving your wife: a long-term strategy
Be sure to check out our series on how to love your wife in ministry: Part 1: 5 Ways to love your wife daily Part 2: Loving your wife: a long-term strategy (Current article) Cultivating...
Gratitude in a season of busyness
Why is gratitude important in seasons of busyness? Gratitude changes your attitude, gives you hope, and fights discouragement. As children of God, we always have reasons to be grateful regardless of what may be...
