It’s a word that often makes us feel apprehensive and shaky.  But it’s actually a very important component in the process of progress and development.

Does prayer change things?  Do our choices matter?  An understanding I came to embrace because I’m convinced the answer to both questions is “Yes!”

Various people left the churches I pastored over the years.  I developed a strategy for what to do in the wake of their departure.

The lofty virtues of our day, when carried to their logical conclusion, actually create an unhealthy and hurtful world.  But the gospel addresses that in a compelling way.

By necessity pastoral ministry involves any number of relationships but, quite often, very few genuine friendships. Here’s why.

It has been held up as an example of sacrificial giving. But there may be more to this familiar story than initially meets the eye.

At what point does poise and certainty as a leader cross the line and become insolence and self-importance?

What does it mean for Scripture to be “inerrant” and does our understanding undermine the human element of the biblical text?

Perhaps the single quality that is most important to our ministry and leadership effectiveness is something that’s within our power to choose.

If we’re going to experience the wholeness God wants us to know from our relationships, we’ve got to get rid of the “exit” signs.

At what point does a robust and healthy love for country become destructive and toxic?

In a world that largely doesn’t believe in absolute truth, how do we get people to embrace the truth of the Christian faith?