pastors

James MacDonald and the End of the Celebrity Pastor

Maybe it’s unavoidable that churches become microcosms of their eras. The early American church—in those…

Pastors Need Rest Too

“Do not sacrifice your family on the altar of ministry.” Those were the words of…

Study: Americans Trust Nurses, Teachers and Others Way More Than Pastors

Americans’ view of pastors is declining. According to a recent study by Gallup, only two…

5 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Your Pastor

I’ve had the privilege of working with pastors from all kinds of tribes and ministry…

Consider This When Looking for a New Church

I grew up in church. In the seasons where my dad wasn’t a pastor, we…