Mourner or Missionary
Odessa is unlike any of the other cities I’ve lived in In Odessa, a remarkable number of people feel “out of place,” like they don’t really belong here.
Church
Thoughts on Apostasy and Deconstruction
It seems like we hear a new story every week. Some prominent preacher, musician, or Christian celebrity has walked away from the Christian faith.
$83,000 for Big Church
The Canadian government has fined a local congregation $83,000 simply because they gathered together in their building to worship Jesus together.
COVID, Canadian Churches, and Daniel
Clearly these stories are troubling developments for our brothers and sisters who live in Canada. The question is, what should American Christians do?
Jordan Peterson, Rule 9, and Listening
Peterson’s experience of listening sounds remarkably similar to a pastor’s experience of listening. Since regular pastors will find themselves in the listening business, they would do well to learn from someone who gets paid to listen.
Moses, Isaiah, and Sunday Worship
The question remains after the service is done and the live stream is over … Did anyone actually worship?
“Broadcasting” Wisdom for Regular Pastors
For years I’ve enjoyed Johnson’s broadcasting style on Inside the NBA. Recently I enjoyed his writing when I read Unscripted: The Unpredictable Moments that Make Life Extraordinary.
8 Thoughts about COVID-19 from a Regular Pastor
I’m a regular pastor. My church is located in an average sized town. We are a medium sized church. Here are a few of my thoughts now that we’re several weeks into a “new normal.”
What Motivates a Regular Pastor?
What motivates a regular pastor? What drives him to stand in the pulpit, week after week, proclaiming biblical truth?
Regular Pastor 