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Grieving What Ministry Could Have Been
Ministry doesn’t always unfold the way we dreamed. But even in the ache of unmet expectations, grace meets us where we are.
What Gen Z Men Need to Hear from Their Pastors
They’re showing up in church and asking real questions. Here are five truths that can shape them into faithful men of God.
Pastoring in the Age of Deconstruction
Not all deconstruction is the same. A pastor offers three categories to help you listen better and shepherd well.
Preaching After the Poet
In the wake of Walter Brueggemann’s passing, we’re left with his challenge: Preach not to explain but to evoke. Not to tame but to testify.
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Pastoring Parents of Prodigals
As more young adults walk away from church, your role isn’t to fix their families but to faithfully walk with them in hope.
Mobilizing Your Church to Be a Force for Foster Care
What pastors need to know to turn ordinary faith into extraordinary care for the children God hasn’t forgotten.
The Shepherd’s Way Is Slower
Wendell Berry’s “Jayber Crow” reveals what pastors risk losing when they trade presence for productivity.
Why Choose the Path of the Pastor?
Despite fewer pursuing pastoral roles today, the vocation provides the unique privilege of making a profound impact by sharing oneself with others.
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Taking Evangelism Beyond Strategy to Second Nature
Pastors don’t need hype to lead their churches in mission. These four rhythms can shift a church from evangelistic intention to evangelistic instinct.
The Fire We Carry
Pastors may feel pressure to deliver mountaintop moments, but lasting formation is kindled in the steady fire of ordinary faithfulness.
The Church Transfer Portal Is Always Open
In an era of fluid church membership, pastoral wisdom can transform the challenge into opportunity. Here’s a practical guide for navigating this new reality.
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Pastors, Don’t Just Proclaim the Resurrection. Participate in It.
The Resurrection isn’t just a message you deliver. It’s a daily reality you receive, especially when ministry leaves you tired or anxious.
Three Questions Pastors Should Ask First-Time Guests
Welcoming guests well requires more than a handshake. It takes thoughtful questions that reveal needs, build trust, and guard the flock.
Spiritual Formation Is Not a Formula
Spiritual formation shouldn’t be an attempt to control ministry outcomes—it’s about cultivating space for God to work.
Three Questions Your First-Time Guests Are Asking
To make a lasting impression on first-time guests, churches must move beyond logistics and speak to the deeper questions people carry through their doors.
