Every leader I know has been impacted by painful life experiences. Whether it was the unjustified dismissal from a ministry position, chronic health issues, or a difficult upbringing or home life. No leader, in fact no person, can escape pain in a fallen world. The good news is that pain is not wasted. God usesContinue reading “God uses pain”
Category Archives: Pastor helps
What to do when you feel empty
Every pastor I know considers it an honor to preach God’s word to God’s people and to those who are not yet His people. Every pastor also knows that preaching involves much more than the Sunday morning delivery of a message. There is a great deal of preparation that goes into preaching. Many hours ofContinue reading “What to do when you feel empty”
5 People Leaders Need to Hear
At the beginning of a new ministry assignment, a friend once said to me, “Lots of people will be trying to get your ear.” What he was saying, in principle, is that leaders will hear from lots of people and the leader must be able to discern who he or she should listen to. WhileContinue reading “5 People Leaders Need to Hear”
Three Steps to Vision
Do you ever wonder how things come about? Things like Christian colleges, seminaries, mission boards, and even churches. How do they come into existence? Take as a case in point Christianity Today magazine. The publication has been around for well over fifty years, has sold millions of copies, has commented on Christianity and the cultureContinue reading “Three Steps to Vision”
How did it go?
Whenever a leader finishes any major project someone will inevitably ask, “How did it go?” The question may receive an enthusiastic, “It was great,” or a less hopeful, “Not so well.” Most effective leaders will conduct some type of formal, or informal, evaluation of a major event, project or initiative for the sake of celebratingContinue reading “How did it go?”
Ready for Easter
Easter is coming, and Kentucky Baptist pastors are excited! Given that this will be our second COVID-19 impacted Easter, many pastors are preparing to make it a great day for the church family and for the community. I recently talked to three KBC pastors to hear how they intend to make their Easter celebration specialContinue reading “Ready for Easter”
Happy in the Lord
What is your mood first thing in the morning? I had a boss, Mr. Ben Cates, who woke up with bounding energy each day with fresh ideas about how he could improve his business. He would occasionally call me at 5:00 a.m. to share some of those ideas. I do not awake with the sameContinue reading “Happy in the Lord”
Misinformation vs. Disinformation
Ever feel like we live in an environment where individuals are far too willing to believe the worst and far too unwilling to do the hard work of determining whether the story is true? Misinformation and disinformation may be to blame. Misinformation is false or inaccurate information that is communicated regardless of an intention toContinue reading “Misinformation vs. Disinformation”
If Jesus Said No, Maybe You Should Too
Do you have a hard time saying no? If you do, then you are not alone. I never thought saying no to various requests was difficult for me until I tried it. I soon discovered that the reason I do not have a hard time saying no is because I seldom say it. Like mostContinue reading “If Jesus Said No, Maybe You Should Too”
Boundaries for Leaders
Have you ever had a week when you wanted to talk to the person who packed your schedule so full of tasks and events? I know I have. When our schedule stretches beyond the bounds of practicality, we usually end up accomplishing less. We need boundaries. What is a boundary and why do I needContinue reading “Boundaries for Leaders”
Dr. Todd Gray 