As a pastor do you sometimes wonder what it is you are actually supposed to be doing? My first couple of years as a full-time pastor were like that. I had a vague idea of what my boss wanted, but his thoughts and the rest of the congregation's ideas vacillated with the latest ministry fads. … Continue reading How to Be a Better Pastor in 4 Words
The Mistake Most Pastors Make
A few years ago I remember meeting a sort of well-know pastor. He was a great speaker. His people really loved him. His congregation was growing. By church world standards he had accomplished a lot. So I was surprised to find out his family hates him. That may sound harsh, but its true. They genuinely … Continue reading The Mistake Most Pastors Make
It Takes Courage to Do Children’s Ministry
Loved the above quote from Rick Warren on Twitter a few weeks ago (click here if you can't see it). It takes courage to do Children's Ministry. The courage not to care when people think all we do is babysit. The courage to ask people to give their time to change a kid's life. The … Continue reading It Takes Courage to Do Children’s Ministry
How to Be Better at Anything in 1 Simple Step
Everyone has something they wish they were better at but aren't. The good news is the step to becoming better and even the best at something you're great at is remarkably simple: The best way to become better at something is to do that something as often as you can. The best way to become … Continue reading How to Be Better at Anything in 1 Simple Step
6 Questions to Ask After You Teach Kids
“So the next generation would know them, even the children yet to be born, and they in turn would tell their children. Then they would put their trust in God and would not forget his deeds but would keep his commands.” - Psalm 78:6-7 (NIV) Teaching kids is one of my favorite things to do … Continue reading 6 Questions to Ask After You Teach Kids
What Good Leaders Do
Whether you're a parent, boss, volunteer, or even a friend you have some level of leadership in another's life. You might not think of yourself as a leader, but you are to someone. So how can you make sure you're a good one? I came across this quote on something every good leader does: "But … Continue reading What Good Leaders Do
Jeff McClung 