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December 23, 2022
Six Reasons We’re Going Virtual on Christmas Sunday
This is the first post-pandemic Christmas Sunday we’ve had and the rules have changed -...
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5 Things to Consider if You’re Considering a Second Career in the Clergy
In some denominations it was/is common practice for all clergy to be second career clergy....
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Advent is not Christmas! If you grew up in more liturgical circles you know this....
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God’s Plan is Not About You
The fact that God’s divine plan will work, with or without us is not very...
November 10, 2022
Deciding to be FOR our Neighbors as a Church
This year at BGCC we’ve dedicated around 20 babies and children. Our nursery is packed!...
November 02, 2022
Sabbatical Resources for Tired Pastors
Something happens when you get paid to do something you love. You still love it...
November 02, 2022
When in Doubt: Keep Going and You’ll Find God’s Will!
There is a myth Christians believe about God's will. They think God has a step-by-step...
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Marriage Resources for Couples who Need Them
The number one recommendation people ask me for are marriage resources. It's usually an awkward...
October 26, 2022
Preparing for Ministry – College vs. Seminary
Ordination is the starting line for a career in ministry, but getting ordained has a...
October 19, 2022
Paul Misunderstood God’s Will and You Can Too!
Paul thought he was doing God’s will, until Jesus appeared to him on the road...
October 14, 2022
Three Books for New and Aspiring Pastors
When someone is considering stepping up into spiritual leadership at our church we have them...
October 12, 2022
Begin as You Mean to go on in Ministry
Long-term ministries have great potential for churches and pastors. I'm passionate about them and want...
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September 28, 2022
Common Sense Christianity Reveals God’s Will
“God has a specific will for my life” is a teaching that has wreaked havoc...
September 19, 2022
Pastor You Need Some Friends
Pastors who have long tenures generally have good friendships with other clergy members in their...
September 09, 2022
If You Think You’re An Expert You Might Be Wrong
If you think you know what you're talking about, then there's a good chance you...
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Option C Church: Choose Both in an Either/Or World
We are being sorted into silos - thought silos. In the past your entire community...
August 03, 2022
Should Churches Talk About “Hot Topics” or Just “The Gospel”?
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July 28, 2022
Want to Grow at Work? Embrace the Blessing of Obedience and Stability
St. Benedict is considered the father of monasticism in the west and his rule for...
July 14, 2022
Help Your Kids Love The Church
It breaks my heart when I see other pastor's kids grow up resenting the church....
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June 29, 2022
Why You Should Stay in Ministry at Your Church
Long-term ministers make friends with other pastors in their area. I was told this is...
June 28, 2022
Behind the Curtain of Church Ministry
Looking in the kitchen of any restaurant may cause you to never eat there again....
June 21, 2022
When is it time to leave a ministry?
“You should leave while they’re still sad to see you go.” I agree wholeheartedly with...
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God’s Call to Ministry is a Call for Your Own Salvation
“Why did God call you into ministry?” He asked me, looking for the right answer,...
May 05, 2022
Want to Pastor a Church? Lead with Love
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Successful Ministries Start with God’s Call (usually)
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