Your goal should be to leave in such a way that you could joyfully return to your church without shame or awkwardness. We know we will be reconciled in worship of Jesus for eternity, so let’s live reconciled today.

An associate pastor must be anchored in the theology of partnership, be a good steward of God’s call, and have the posture of a dedicated servant.

Beloved congregants, would you pray for your pastors? Pray for their hearts…Fellow pastors, beware of the danger of the ordinary Sunday. Protect your heart.

I might have expected Paul to hate those he knew so well. But the love of Christ creates wonderful and surprising endings.

When ministry leaders show acceptance and hospitality to people with disabilities, making accommodations for them, there is still room for everyone.