By Brady Boyd on Mar 3, 2025
Fifteen years of pastoral ministry reveal lessons a young minister rarely sees coming, from handling pressure and friendships to trust, rest, and long term faithfulness.
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By Jim Martin on Apr 12, 2020
Faithful week-in, week-out preaching depends less on clever ideas and more on habits of love, clarity, restraint, identification, and genuine passion. These ten simple practices help preachers serve their congregations with messages that are understood, valued, and taken to heart.
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By Brady Boyd on Apr 19, 2020
Pastors face pressures that tempt them toward unhealthy escapes. One subtle danger is the craving for applause. True strength comes only from Christ, not the crowd.
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By Kevin Larson on Aug 15, 2024
Sharing the pulpit strengthens the church, protects the pastor, and equips future leaders. Fear and pride keep pastors from doing it, but the cost is too high to ignore.
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By Eugene Peterson on Jul 13, 2021
"I grew up in a culture that was very entertainment-centered. Pastors were really good storytellers, and they were attractive people, glamorous." –Eugene Peterson
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By Erik Raymond on Apr 24, 2025
Preaching is a gift of God, but when elevated above shepherding, evangelism, and discipleship, it can quietly harm the church.
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By H.b. Charles, Jr. on Nov 17, 2020
Guest preaching is not self-promotion but stewardship. Faithfulness, humility, and respect determine whether you are welcomed again.
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By Bill Kinnon on May 2, 2023
Biblical metaphors carry rich meaning, but cultural distance can sometimes obscure their significance. The image of sheep and shepherds in Scripture invites deeper reflection on pastoral leadership and the identity of God’s people.
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By Sherman Haywood Cox on May 20, 2021
Many associate or assistant ministers feel called to preach but receive few opportunities in their local church. Faithful ministry often requires serving in supporting roles while finding other outlets to proclaim God’s Word.
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By Brian Orme on May 21, 2021
Pastors often wrestle with sermon length, but there is no universal rule. The most faithful approach considers the congregation, the preacher’s maturity, and the goal of feeding people without overwhelming them.
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