“Many pastors begin their ministry in churches that need reform. Unfortunately, many can also tell the tale of having proceeded with change without understanding where the church has been and how it got into the state it is now in.” - 9 Marks
“Insecurity is a common foe for any new pastor. After all, he has never pastored his own flock. It’s also likely that the majority of the congregation is older than he is—perhaps much older!
“The phrase starts like this: ‘People are saying…’ The conversation that follows is almost always frustrating, demoralizing, and impossible to resolve.” - C.Leaders
“At least seven times in the pastoral epistles, Paul directly charges Timothy and Titus to ‘avoid’ and to ‘have nothing to do with’ ideas and people who pose a threat to their flock.” - Baptist Press
“This article aims to define strategy as it pertains to the church and to encourage pastors to embrace strategic thinking as a vital step toward fulfilling their mission. While I don’t delve into the specifics of developing a strategy here, I believe understanding its importance is a powerful first step.” - CPPL
“Pastoral ministry has never been simple, but it has become increasingly complex. Rapidly developing technology, cultural pressures, and shifting expectations continue to place new weight on those entrusted with the care of souls…. Pastors were never meant to navigate these challenges alone.” - GARBC
“Your congregants often spend hours each week absorbing culture-war content online. Then they show up on Sunday expecting you to speak into it. Church members who agree on the authority of Scripture differ widely in how they think biblical principles should shape public policy.” - C.Leaders
“I’m certain we did not handle the situation perfectly…. The question we faced throughout the process was a difficult one: When do character deficiencies disqualify someone from a pastoral office?” - 9 Marks
“This question assumes at least two things: 1. That elders, in fact, have authority to direct church members. 2. That their authority has limits. The Bible teaches both truths.” - 9 Marks
“1. Humility: How I Learned I Really Wasn’t God’s Gift to the Church.…2. Rookie Preacher: Why My Early Sermons Should Be Destroyed. …. 3. Fundamentalism with a Capital “F”: Being Mean and Leaving the Gospel Out at the Same Time.… 4. In a Hurry: How I Messed Up My Church by Pushing Change Too Quickly.” - Chuck Lawless
