Shaping Church Culture
Pastors must actively steward church culture by celebrating what's good and courageously confronting and preventing sinful or unhealthy behaviors from becoming normalized.
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The Abiding Value of Pastoral Friends
Pastors facing criticism, relational hurt, and loneliness should cultivate mutual, mature pastoral friendships for listening, support, and solidarity.
The Hole-in-the-Wall Church
Small, often overlooked churches, like beloved hole-in-the-wall restaurants, can have vibrant faith, dedicated leaders, and significant community impact despite their lack of visibility.
Feels Like Home
Homesickness reflects a deeper longing for true belonging, and committing to love and stay in one place and community allows roots, service, and meaningful impact to grow.
On Obstacles and the Weight of Leadership
When facing obstacles and the heavy responsibility of leadership, remember that God—and not you—ultimately leads and fights for his people.