Here are some startling statistics: A Barna study on “Porn and Pastors” revealed that 57% of pastors and 64% of youth pastors admit they have struggled with porn. And the majority who struggle say this has “significantly affected their ministry in a negative manner.” In counseling others and addressing this issue head on, we’ve found the only effective means of … Read More
Five Evangelistic Ideas That Might Actually Work
Today’s guest post comes to us from Martin Saunders for ChristianityToday.com. While we’re all a bit awkward about it, most of us do want to share our faith with others; both because it’s obedient to Jesus’ Great Commission, and because actually, we do believe Christianity is Good News which will make other people’s lives better. The challenge is finding straightforward … Read More
Happy Easter!
Just a quick post to wish you and your family a BIG Happy Easter! My team and I have been praying for you and your church this Easter. Without a doubt, this weekend has the potential to be the biggest and best Easter yet. Also, if you have a moment – say a prayer for me and all of our … Read More
Maximize Your Potential (Thursdays are for Health)
“Since God went to such great lengths to design the intricate details of your body (Psalm 139), you should want to maximize what he can do through it while you are alive. Poor health choices will limit your potential and likely shorten the length of your days on this earth, but taking care of yourself will open the door to … Read More
The Challenge of Religious Freedom
More and more in America and all over the world, we see that if you are a Christian, particularly an Evangelical Christian, you are under attack about your religious freedoms. Pay attention to this issue. And stand up for religious freedom for all religions. I encourage you to look up and read George W. Truett’s famous sermon, “Baptists and Religious … Read More
Easter is for Pastors Too!
I want to remind you that in this busy Easter season, it’s important that you take time to nourish your own relationship with God. As pastors, we probably give more of ourselves during the months before and the weeks after Easter than at any other time of the year, and rightfully so. The resurrection power is still drawing people to … Read More
John Wimber on Seeking God’s Presence
“We don’t seek God’s power, we seek His presence. His power and everything else we need is always found in His presence.” – John Wimber, one of the founding leaders of the Vineyard Movement
Keys to Worship Planning: Create a System for Effective Services
“Being able to connect truth to people’s lives in a radically transforming way is intertwined with and largely dependent on your ability to design effective worship services. You have to have a system at work that is capable of creating engaging, powerful, awe-inspiring services each Sunday.” – Nelson Searcy and Jason Hatley The … Read More
Live the Life You Were Created For (Thursdays are for Health)
“When you get your health on track, you will have more energy every day. You will have fewer aches and pains. Your mind will be clearer. You will be able to work harder and connect with the people in your life with more enthusiasm. Doesn’t that sound like a great way to live? Don’t let excuses rob you of your … Read More
The Increasing Pace of Change
It can be overwhelming — I have more information at my fingertips in the course of a day than say Martin Luther had over his entire lifetime! You don’t have enough time to take everything in. And the pace of change can be overwhelming. The question becomes: how do you adapt to this ever-changing landscape? How do you lead and guide your church? … Read More