Men Are Called To Die
Husband. Father. Pastor. Headship. Servant leader. Whatever these words mean to you, and, more importantly, however the Bible might define them, one thing is clear…if that is you, you are …
Elder Plea
This picture is an illusion. There’s actually six of us…broken men who seek the Lord and plead for our people. The idea of elders isn’t popular right now — a …
Systemic Justice
By definition systemic injustice is complex. A complicated problem is different from a complex one. A complicated issue is difficult, there will be lots of work, it will take lots …
Responding to Current Events
Responding to Current Events After the US Capitol incident on January 6th, 2021, I had a pastor friend text me that a church member was disappointed he didn’t address it. …
Pastors, Calling, & Elder Installation Liturgy
There’s a framed print in my office of the prophet Samuel anointing David as king—a gift from a friend that serves as a reminder of my calling, a Spirit animated …
The Christmas Story, Abusive Authority, & A King Who Won’t Let Us Down
I lived next door to a gal who’s dad would pastor a church and abuse children. The leaders of the church would find out, cover it up, and then quietly …
Ten Thoughts on Discipleship from Matthew 28
Ten Thoughts on Discipleship from Matthew 28: 1. Jesus didn’t give you a class to disciple you, he gave you a church 2. You need the whole church for your …
Emotional Health in Ministry
When he went ashore he saw a great crowd, and he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. And he began to teach them many …
Navigating the Mess
Ministry leaders will have days like this one I had recently: I talked with someone who was on the tail end of being mad at God and at me, spoke …
Tips for Memorizing Scripture
I took the task of memorizing 100 verses (2,237 words) for our Good Friday gatherings using only scripture to tell the story of the Creator to the Cross. Here’s what …