Pastor: Don’t Neglect Your Personal Faith Formation
Word Count: 367 – Est Read Time: <90 Seconds What’s Up: Too many pastors are neglecting their personal faith formation, treating it as secondary to their many other responsibilities. So What: A pastor’s spiritual growth isn’t just important—it’s foundational. If you’re not actively cultivating your faith, your ministry is suffering, and so is your church. […]
5 Biblical Lessons Your Children’s Ministry Should Focus On
As children’s ministry leaders, we’re in the unique position to guide kids toward becoming lifelong disciples of Christ. Instilling biblical principles at an early age gives them a head start in understanding God’s Word and the truths that shape our faith. These lessons also serve as the basis for their spiritual compass, which will guide […]
The Secret to a Memorable, Life-Changing Sermon
Startling Statistic: By Wednesday afternoon, your congregation remembers 10 percent or less of what you preached. That’s according to an Air Force study some years ago (and I can assure you, our attention spans and memories have not improved since then). Sad Story: I was having breakfast with a church leader on Monday some years ago. I was […]
Deepen Your Congregation’s Spirituality Quotient
Back in the mid-1980s, while I was an undergraduate at Florida Baptist College, my professor, Dr. LeRoy Benefield, shared insights that have stayed with me to this day. He recounted a statement from Billy Graham, who estimated that only about 10% of active church members were faithful, practicing disciples of Jesus Christ. This revelation caused […]
Rise & Fall of the Nones: Culture Shift (Again)
In a recent revelation by Lifeway Research, the narrative surrounding the religiously unaffiliated, or “nones,” in America is undergoing a significant shift. For decades, the steady climb of individuals identifying with no religious affiliation has painted a concerning picture for faith communities across the nation. However, the latest findings suggest this trend may be plateauing, […]
Spiritual Checkup 2023
For years as the pastor of a growing congregation I would take time at the end of each year to be quiet and asked God to bring to my mind the significant things He wanted to teach me about the last year. I would also ask God to impart to me what changes He wanted […]