Every week we gather for worship - and surely the church is more than worship, but it is a pretty big part of our life together. Within that time each week, what is the most important part? Often it might depend on who you ask. The musicians and the choir might say the music. The preacher will … [Read more...]
Goals and Reading: Update
In 2018, I had read a grand total of 4 books. Last year, I set aside my usual vague resolution "to read more books." I even set aside my more specific lag goal "to read 24 books." Instead, using LEAD's work in Faithful Metrics as a guide, I set a goal to read 30 minutes a day, most days. (Read … [Read more...]
7 Signs of Ministry Burnout
Burnout is a real threat in ministry. It's not just a question of long hours. It is also the extent to which those in ministry pour themselves fully into work - it is emotionally, spiritually, and mentally exhausting. And that's when things are going well! When there is conflict and difficulty, … [Read more...]
Weird Bible Stories
One way that I have enjoyed helping people dive deeper into Scripture is by inviting them to experience parts of the Bible that they may never have seen before. The weird and unusual Bible stories. A few years ago, I drafted this five-week sermon series, The Bible's Believe It Or Not. Each week … [Read more...]
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