One of the final stages of dying and declining churches is that decisions are no longer …
Why Churches Die, Part 8: They Vote to Keep the Peace and Their Preferences Read More »
When Spurgeon first arrived at the New Park Street Chapel in the winter of 1853, the …
Spurgeon & Church Revitalization: Pastoring “On the Borders of the Infernal Lake.” Read More »
One of the great joys of being a pastor in the local church is being able …
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Speaking to his students on the call to ministry, Spurgeon said ministry “requires the dedication of …
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The joke landed well in a room of 300-plus denominational leaders and pastors. The laughter sparked …
Why Churches Die, Part 7: They Reject Pastoral Leadership Read More »
Thankfully, pastors don’t have award shows and trophy cases like actors and athletes. But we are …
3 Questions to Evaluate Your Public Pastor Persona Read More »
We’ve all seen those late-night television commercials that promise you can lose weight, change your financial …
Most Protestant churchgoers spend time alone with God at least daily, but what they do in …
Churchgoers Value Time Alone with God, Practice Varies Read More »
“When is my child ready for baptism?” This is a great question and one I have …
How Does a Pastor Respond To: ‘When is My Child Ready for Baptism?’ Read More »
Many years ago, I was called by God and His congregation in Monterey Park, California, to …
Why Churches Die, Part 6: They fail to reach their community Read More »
