4 benefits of grieving during chaotic times
Knowing our weaknesses, God has given us the process of grieving that we might more easily and productively walk through the transformation required for our next assignment.
When plans get interrupted, what should you do?
I recall two experiences that interrupted my well laid-out plans. In the process, I also learned a few important life lessons.
The most effective way to teach the Bible
Communicating words of truth and life is not about impressing or baffling people. It's about “giving light, so even the simple can understand.” Here are a couple ways to do this.
When your well runs dry
Lately, I've felt uninspired. What used to drive me to write has left me feeling empty and dry.
3 things we can all learn from Jesus’ stick-to-it-iveness
If Jesus never gave up on us, who are we to give up on one another?
Relief from the pressure to produce – part 1
The relentless pressure to "make things happen" in ministry can wear down the best of us. Is there a better way?
What is God planning for your next season?
Let's look at some verses that explore what God may have in mind for your near-term future.
Our best weapons are not carnal
God is calling me to a deeper level of trust and dependency on Him in my next ministry assignment. This time of preparation is learning to rest and wait on Him and to reject carnal weapons.
3 effective methods for leading someone to Christ
An important key toward helping others navigate the bridge back to a restored friendship with God is to lead churchgoers to be able to explain God’s biblical bridge.
Why your time off will never be enough to truly de-stress you
If you’re not thriving—and many leaders aren’t, even in the best of times—adjust today to improve tomorrow.
The key to genuine rest
It’s time to surrender the burden, the to-do list, the expectation.
Why I want more toxic people in my life
Call me crazy, but I love people who are abusive, unsupportive, or unhealthy emotionally.
3 questions for chaotic days
God is using this season of chaos to prepare His children for a season of opportunity that is likely beyond our imagination.
3 reflections on chaotic times
Our carnal mind attempts to inhibit God’s work by distracting us and/or dissuading us of the notion that God is up to something.
What pastors should look for in safe people
Pastors should seek out people with whom they can process the pain that ministry inevitably brings.
Sacrifice in chaos – A Christian distinctive
Don't miss this providential opportunity to develop and express the Christian distinctive of sacrifice in chaos. You were created for it!
7 ways to experience personal renewal
If God brings renewal and revival to your church, it’ll start with you—inside the heart of the leader.
The power of groups
Here is a key tool for accountability, spiritual growth and community impact—even if right now you have to meet online.
The reason we keep going
We keep living, going, growing, serving, praying, sharing, caring, and getting closer to Jesus while we wait for the blessed hope.
Leadership fatigue and the biblical Sabbath
People often think of the biblical Sabbath as unbearably restrictive. But the Bible records at least seven reasons for and benefits of Sabbath keeping.
