Leading and Learning From Past Mistakes

Ministry

As a teenager, my buddy fancied himself a hotshot skateboarder. Trying to do an ollie (a jump and...
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Preacher’s Toolkit: What Role Does the Spirit Play in My Preaching?

Ministry

This article was original published on The Gospel Coalition. The moment arrives. Whispering a prayer for grace, the preacher stands and...
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You Can’t Get Into Ministry By Trying To Get Into Ministry

Ministry

Most careers travel a traditional path to the top. Being a lawyer starts with getting a law degree. Then comes the Bar Exam, and if you...
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Comforting Others: The Surprising Twist To Our Afflictions

Ministry

How does God create a person who is skilled in comforting others? We naturally think about DNA and...
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How Long Should It Take Me to Prepare a Sermon?

Ministry

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...
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Remembering David Powlison

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Two weeks ago, I returned home from the funeral of David Powlison. Walking in our front door, I strode into the kitchen and grabbed a...
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A Prayer for Sojourn Network

Ministry

As an expression of unity and affection, the Sojourn Network board invited me to their Spring...
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What Do I Do When My Church Stops Growing?

Ministry

It’s the pastor’s kryptonite. Growth stagnates, vision idles and the church stalls. For church leaders, it feels like the jury from...
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Pastor, There’s Something More Important Than Being Right

Ministry

Editors’ note (from TGC): This article is an adapted excerpt from our new book, Faithful Endurance: The Joy of Shepherding People for a...
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3 Things I’d Tell My Younger Pastor Self

Ministry

I know it’s crazy, but I wish time travel was readily available. Why? Because I’ve got a few...
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