What is church all about? What’s the purpose of being a church? These are basic questions, but we all need a review from time to time. It keeps our vision alive. So what is church all about? The word “church” means “assembly.” It describes us as a people. We are the Christians who assemble at […]
Category: Church Leadership
9 Highlights from Paul’s Letter to the Philippians
One of Paul’s most famous letters, Philippians stands out for its joy and hope in the face of persecution and imprisonment. Reading it in one sitting, I noticed a flow to Paul’s points. Here are nine highlights: 1. Paul is thankful for his church family. I thank my God upon every remembrance of you (Phil […]
5 Questions For Future Pastors
Thinking about ministry? What questions do you need to be asking? I recommend Ron Edmondson’s recent article on this topic. It inspired me to write my own 5 tips:
6 Exhortations to Serve
A Christian is a worker and a servant. Here are six biblical exhortations to serve. Like the servants in the parable of the talents, we work to share in our master’s blessings! 1. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works… that we should walk in them (Eph 2:10).
Sermon Topics that Can’t Be Skipped
Dear pastors, These topics are too important to skip! In the last 50 weeks, have you preached these 50 crucial topics? Please don’t go a year without telling your people what they need to know about each one. Any of the following could be a full sermon, or multiple sermons, but these topics can and should […]