Planting Churches That Last: Study The Past
The best car I ever owned was a ’72 Chrysler Valiant. My wife, Kimm, called it the “Wonder V,” as in, “I wonder why you
Pastor, God Gets You
I have always loved having the honor of preaching at a Good Friday service. During one particular Good Friday message, I made a passing reference
Redeeming ‘Whatever’ (Part 2)
Part One “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is
Redeeming ‘Whatever” (Part 1)
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any
If You Want To Be A Leader, You’ve Got To Be A Reader
You’re a pastor, aspiring pastor, or church planter, which means you’re busy. Not to go all DeYoung on you, but you’re “crazy busy!” If you’re
Leading and Learning From Past Mistakes
As a teenager, my buddy fancied himself a hotshot skateboarder. Trying to do an ollie (a jump and board flip in midair) he landed badly
Preacher’s Toolkit: What Role Does the Spirit Play in My Preaching?
This article was original published on The Gospel Coalition. The moment arrives. Whispering a prayer for grace, the preacher stands and moves toward the front. He
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 genetically sweetened souls
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 on our
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 lead