What do you feel after you put yourself out there to minister to others? Many people struggle with self-doubt or self-criticism. Pastors may wonder if they preached a good sermon. Small group leaders may question their effectiveness. Counselors and caregivers feel might feel unsure they said the right thing. Anyone who serves others is likely…
We all deal with conflict in our close relationships. Surprisingly, Jesus says, “Blessed are the peacemakers for they’ll be called children of God.” Most people misunderstand this beatitude and look for the blessing in making peace rather than in being a loved child of God. Bill and Kristi share their stress and pain from a conflict and show how the Prince of Peace helped them repair it.
October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Yes, there is a “Pastor Appreciation Month!” I’m so glad there is! This is a month to practice what we need to be doing everyday throughout the year: saying thank you to the soul shepherds who serve us. But how can you bless your pastor(s)? What you can do to…
There’s a hero hidden in your community who can inspire you to praise God and become more like Jesus. Here are some examples of hero pastors ready to offer the care of Christ to you and your family.
Pastors today are under tremendous pressure to succeed. But what does it mean to succeed? The culture says, “You’re blessed if your church has more and more people attending and if you have great buildings, dynamic services, and large offerings.” Jesus teaches that anyone, rich or poor, who learns from him how to live in God’s…
The biggest change that’s needed in your church is where you place your expectations. Imagine the church service like a play with three roles: Prompter, Performer, and Critic. The prompter is in the front row giving cues to the performers (actors) and there are critics who evaluate how the play went. Typically in our church…
I love it when people ask me, “How can I best support my pastor?” I love this question because caring for pastors and their spouses is the heartbeat of Soul Shepherding. My answer will surprise you: When you listen to the pastor’s message don’t critique it. Instead, ask yourself, “What is God saying to me?”…