Even though statistical trends related to pastoral burnout are beginning to trend positively[1], as pastors around the world step into the pulpit to deliver their
If the last couple of years have done anything in the church, it’s brought out some of the craziest ideas about every catastrophe and polarizing
If you have been anywhere near Western Christian media for the last few months, you’ll know there’s been a podcast telling the story of the
Today, “The Narrow Trail: A Wander’s Guide to Finding Jesus”, releases – a profoundly timely book for many reasons. With the resurgence of a focus
“Must be able to deal with hassles” seems like a job requirement for ministry leaders and pastors. As I considered this idea, I was struck
The memory popped up on my Facebook page reminding me of one of the busiest and most important days in my life: on that day
Throughout church history there have been prominent pastors and church leaders who have significantly impacted their local communities, ultimately influencing large sections of the global
This site is serious about serving the local church by producing content that can be used to help ministry leaders live, love, learn, and last
“We only want big plate leaders here,” was the catch cry on the staff team and the defining principle for ministry success at the church
“Rabble, rabble, rabble!” The mob shouts and rabbles about…? What? No one really knows; it’s a bit muddy right? When I trained for civil disorder
Every seven days, Sunday morning has a pesky habit of rolling around again. In fact, I write this on a Sunday morning having just completed
Sometimes in life and in ministry, the Lord brings about friendships that transcend age, background, and maturity. My relationship with Chuck Ryor was one of
Sorry for the click bait title, but here you are. “How dare you say such a thing!” you’re probably thinking. “Don’t you know about the
If the COVID pandemic taught us anything about the Western Church, it’s that ecclesiology is no longer a strong point. What was so strong for
As my wife and I watched the first season of Ted Lasso, I thought to myself, “Some idiot is going to write a Christian blog
One of my favorite pieces of art was painted by the reformation era artist, Lucas Cranach the Elder, and is titled Fall and Redemption of
Contrary to what your first ever audience told you about how great your first sermon was, you still need to get better at preaching. Pride
We are addicted to information. The bombardment of news, stories, infographics, perspectives, and advertising pours information into our souls through our eyes and ears. I
I didn’t start ministry with good habits. I didn’t start in a healthy and holistic ministry culture. I didn’t open ministry with little responsibility and
Dear Am I Called Reader, As the end of the year approaches, I’m asking you to consider financially partnering with and supporting the work of
What are the parameters in your church before someone could say they have a sense of belonging in your body? Must they be fully aligned
“A radically accepting church.” Could your church or ministry be described this way? Now don’t freak out. I’m not talking about being radically accepting of
We’re all familiar with the story of Job, and if we’re not total masters of it we at least get the gist: Satan wreaks havoc
Election Day is over, but the aftermath of counting votes in anticipation of the celebration of the ascension of some people’s political savior while others
Every four years, on the first Tuesday in November, the chaos crescendos. For months, and sometimes years before, it builds in intensity, insanity, and hyperbole.
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