pastoring

Surviving Ministry

My latest column at Christian Week: These aren’t easy days for the Church. We need certain skills if we’re going to survive. There are a few reasons why ministry is hard.

Sabbatical: A Year Later

It’s been a year since my sabbatical. Last summer I had the privilege of taking three months off (June, July, and August). I blogged quite a bit about my sabbatical a year

Recommendation: Read the Bible for Life

I recently heard a church leader describe his efforts to read through the Bible. “I’m in the Old Testament right now,” he said. “It’s as dry as dust.” I’m convinced

Monday Morning Encouragement

Pastors can always use encouragement on a Monday morning. If you’re a pastor (or even if you’re not), here are some truths that you might find encouraging today. * God promises to