Faith & Evangelism

Browse articles offering practical, biblical guidance for pastors. From spiritual leadership to personal well-being, our prayer is that you’ll find both encouragement and the tools you need to thrive in your ministry journey.
a rusty barbed wire fence reminiscent of the concentration camp where Paul Schneider found himself for preaching the gospel
Pastor, In Times Like These, We Must Remember Paul Schneider
Brad Brandt
A man with his back to the camera crosses his fingers behind his back as he shakes the hand of another man, as if he intends to break his word and betray the other man.
The Threat of Betrayal For the Pastor
Curtis Solomon
Happy man with arms up in the air
The Fruit of the Spirit is Joy: The Joyful Pastor
Andreas Köstenberger
A man sits at a desk wearily in front of a laptop computer, stressed out and rubbing his eyes. A bit of rest can help a pastor return to work with fresh energy and delight. If you find it difficult to stop and rest in the midst of ministry, here are seven issues that you might need to address.
Taking a Rest from Ministry: Seven Issues to Address
Michael McKinley
A close-up photo of a biblical text from the Book of Matthew.
A Fresh Look at the “Great Commission” from Matthew
William Varner
A colorful scene from a town in South Asia, where locals navigate their boats through a canal in a market.
Gospel Need and Opportunity in South Asia
ABWE
A pastor sits at a table in a calm and relaxed environment reading a book, possibly the Bible. A coffee mug sits at arm's reach.
3 R’s for Mini-Summer Sabbatical
Jon Saunders
Two men sit at a table, face to face with each other, staring at each other in conflict.
Conflict! God is Up to Something Good
Ernie Baker
A man in a blue coat and red backpack hikes along rocks over a stream in the middle of a mountain meadow. He is alone in a peaceful scene.
Brothers, Take (and Enjoy) Your Vacation Time
Tim Counts
A flock of sheep graze peacefully in an alpine meadow.
When Should a Pastor Confront?
Chris Brauns
A man sits peacefully in prayer, hands folded in prayer on an open Bible. The primary characteristics of Puritanism directly descend from the teachings of William Perkins. He stressed the authority of Scripture and the lordship of Jesus Christ.
10 Puritans Who Changed the World: William Perkins, the Father of Puritanism
Joel Beeke
An extended arm waves an American flag in the air in a sunset with some clouds and sun rays in the background. How much patriotic emphasis in worship is too much? How much is too little? Are we mixing two kingdoms?
Thoughts on Patriotism and Corporate Worship
Ed Stetzer