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...
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...
A Prayer for Sojourn Network
As an expression of unity and affection, the Sojourn Network board invited me to their Spring...
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 Endurance: The Joy of Shepherding People for a...
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...
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 talking about shared leadership. It’s...
Calling Question: How Do I Prepare My Heart to Preach?
For today’s “Calling Question”, Dave addresses the tension the preacher confronts each week...
