The Power of 1: An Encouragement for Pastors
Every time I write or talk about preaching, please know that I still consider it one of the most unique experiences in human life. We are studying and speaking the…
Teaching, Not Yelling: A Pastor’s Struggle to Make It Make Sense
As a pastor, how do you handle the desire to both shepherd and stretch people during your sermon or teaching? Do you ever worry that your lessons or sermons might…
Our Church, this Year
A conversation with Cameron in late fall of 2024, right after marching band season, has stayed with me for a long time. The football season was done, competitions were over,…
Sharing Your Testimony
How do I share my testimony? It’s a common question in church settings, but we rarely take the time to answer it clearly. Even worse, as a pastor, I’ve often…
Praying for Visitors: Opening Our Doors and Our Hearts
As a pastor, one of the things I pray for regularly in our church is for those who may visit or "tryout" our church for the first time. In church…