Articles in this Issue
Reflections of a Preacher’s Kid
You hear criticism about PKs resenting how they were raised and what it did to them. Tim Stafford looks at what his father did right.
Leadership Forum: Power, Preaching & Priorities
Authority. Power. They’re seldom the same. In fact, like an iceberg, 7/8 of the danger and power lies submerged under the organizational chart.
IDEAS THAT WORK
How do you make a large church warm and personal? Donald Bubna has ten tips that work for him.
Dissecting Sense from Nonsense
Insights from a layman.
The Local Church Who Works For Whom?
What is the extent of the pastor’s authority? Is he accountable to the member-volunteers or are they accountable to him?
The Pastor & The Board
Discipleship is the mandate of the Great Commission. Where could a pastor more wisely begin to disciple than with his church board?
The Ministry’s Gordian Knot
Alexander the Great slashed through his Gordian knot; pastors don’t have that option. To lead, the pastor must serv. How does he confront this paradox?
Pastors’ Pay: Who Sets It and How?
How can a fair, equitable salary for pastors be determined? Manfred Holck, Jr. gives some practical guidelines.
A View from the Steeple
Perceptions of a small church pastor.
The Ministry Can Be Hazardous to Your Health
God has not promised immunity to those who self-inflict physical and mental abuse for the sake of the kingdom.
Principles Are the Bottom Line
Warren Wiersbe shares insights that have guided his ministry for over a quarter of a century.