“And since I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash each other’s feet. I have given you an example to follow. Do as I have done to you.” — John 13:14-15 (NLT)
John Wycliffe on the Measure of Christian Life
“All Christian life is to be measured by Scripture; by every word thereof.” — John Wycliffe, Bible Translator and Morning Star of the Reformation (c. 1330 – December 31, 1384) Wycliffe was an English professor, priest, and reformer. He is credited for being the first to translate the entire Bible into the English language. He is widely considered one of … Read More
Register Now for New 2021 Preaching Calendar Online Training
You’re invited to sign up now for the most anticipated training event I do all year — one that will literally save you hours in 2021. I’m opening registration now for my Planning Your 2021 Preaching Calendar – Online Training. This would normally be a closed training just for my current coaching members, but because this planning process is so critical … Read More
The Necessary Qualities of a Close Friend
What does a person, who is a friend, an advisor, and a confidant, look like? Are there certain qualities that make a person fit for this position in your life? These are important questions because, for many average pastors, they have never had someone like this in their lives. You may feel fearful of having someone who has that kind … Read More
Leaders Are Not Easily Influenced
“Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth.” – Ephesians 4:14 (NLT)
Happy Reformation Day: Luther On Giving Everything to God
“I have held many things in my hands, and I have lost them all; but whatever I have placed in God’s hands, that I still possess.” – Martin Luther (November 10, 1483 – February 18, 1546), The Great Reformer On this day in 1517, Luther nailed his 95 Theses on the door of the church in Wittenberg, Germany, sparking the … Read More
Reformation Week Giveaway – Free Articles Collection from My Private Library
Happy Reformation Week! We are celebrating the 503rd Anniversary of the Reformation — and offering free downloads for you from my private library. On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses on the door of the church in Wittenberg, Germany — sparking the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. ACCESS YOUR FREE RENEGADE PASTORS REFORMATION ARTICLES COLLECTION + MARTIN LUTHER REPORT … Read More
Life Is Not a Marathon
Life is not a marathon, and it shouldn’t be looked at as one. Life is better viewed as a series of short sprints with periods of rest in between. Think about the way most professional athletes train. They expend a huge amount of energy for a season, and then they have the off-season to rest and recover. They repeat that … Read More
Leaders Take Shelter in God
“From the ends of the earth, I cry to you for help when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the towering rock of safety, for you are my safe refuge, a fortress where my enemies cannot reach me.” –Psalm 61 (NLT)
Martin Luther on Faith
“I have held many things in my hands, and I have lost them all; but whatever I have placed in God’s hands, that I still possess.” – Martin Luther