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The 2018 CT Pastors Book Recommendations
Six recent books that will aid you in your ministry.
Lord, Save Me from My Side Hustle
Hard work is a virtue. But Scripture warns of its vice.
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Keeping the Sabbath Saved My Marriage, My Ministry, and Probably My Life
I used to think resting from work was selfish, until I considered the example of Jesus.
9 No-Fault Reasons Some Local Churches Close Their Doors
Is it an admission of defeat or disobedience to acknowledge that congregations have a finite life-span?
Choose to Pause and Fill Up
Pausing in a selah with Christ is the catalyst of revival, restoration, and peace.
What Your Pastor Really Wants for Christmas
This year, forego the gift cards and get them something they’ll really appreciate.
Sleep: The Neglected Gift
As a pastor, I learned I needed to embrace God's gift of sleep.
Church Turnarounds Are About Direction And Consistency, Not Speed Or Size
It's called a turnaround for a reason. It's more about the direction you’re heading than the speed you’re going.
Sabbath Is More than Rest
Everyone wants a break and more time off, but Sabbath offers more.
Are We Missing the Point of Spiritual Disciplines?
The goal isn't merely getting closer to God, but making a difference in everyday life.
Break Your Day into Thirds
A creative way to avoid burnout in ministry
Why I’m Not Worried About The Future Of The Church – Or The Church Of The Future
Churches that adapt their methods to advance Jesus’ mission will struggle, but survive and thrive.
How Dogs Help Us Experience Sabbath Rest
An excerpt from 'The Grace of Dogs.'
Do We Treat Sunday the Way the Earliest Christians Did?
Historian Justo González charts how observance of the Lord’s Day has changed over time.
The 3 Best Times to Bring Needed Change to a Church
Healthy churches are always looking for ways to make good things better. They don’t wait for something to break before they fix it.
Burnout Is a Danger, Whatever Your Church Size
I exhausted myself trying to expand our little church, then again when I couldn’t keep up with the growth.
Lent, Unplugged
In a time of digital consumption, here’s how the church can lead the way on healthy media fasting.
Is Church Growth a Solution Looking for a Problem?
The apostles addressed a broad range of church issues, but no New Testament writer ever told a church to get bigger.
Slay the Beast of Ambition before It Slays You
3 ministry proverbs to quell competition and cultivate humility.
3 Surprising Misunderstandings About Church Turnarounds
What one person means by church turnaround might be completely different from what another person means.

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