You Can’t Get Into Ministry By Trying To Get Into Ministry
Most careers travel a traditional path to the top. Being a lawyer starts with getting a law degree....
Comforting Others: The Surprising Twist To Our Afflictions
How does God create a person who is skilled in comforting others? We naturally think about DNA and dispositions. You’ve met them—those...
How Long Should It Take Me to Prepare a Sermon?
This is an easier question to ask than answer. It’s tempting to reply with the time-honored standard of “15 hours” and move merrily...
Remembering David Powlison
Two weeks ago, I returned home from the funeral of David Powlison. Walking in our front door, I...
A Prayer for Sojourn Network
As an expression of unity and affection, the Sojourn Network board invited me to their Spring Retreat to share my heart with the network...
What Do I Do When My Church Stops Growing?
It’s the pastor’s kryptonite. Growth stagnates, vision idles and the church stalls. For church leaders, it feels like the jury from...
Pastor, There’s Something More Important Than Being Right
Editors’ note (from TGC): This article is an adapted excerpt from our new book, Faithful...
3 Things I’d Tell My Younger Pastor Self
I know it’s crazy, but I wish time travel was readily available. Why? Because I’ve got a few things I’d really like to say to the...
Episode 60 – Trillia Newbell
What Women Wish Their Pastors Knew About Women (Pt. 2) On this new episode, Dave is joined by Trillia Newbell. Trillia currently serves as...
The Best Church Leader Is a Team
Plurality. It’s a weighty word that reminds us that ideas have consequences. By plurality, I’m...
