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.
White church surrounded by vibrant fall foliage with mountains in the background, offering ministry encouragement during the fall busy season.
Ministry Encouragement for the Fall Busy Season
Ryan Boys
landscape shot from the shore overlooking the ocean sunset at the end of summer
3 Ways from Paul to Maximize the End of Summer
Jon Saunders
A person points at the Bible and follows along as another person strums a guitar in the background, leading a worship song.
Worship Songs as Shepherding Tools
Jon Gilmore
Sun shining through a large tree on a quiet country path, beautifully illustrating “blessed are the meek.”
Pastoral Ministry and the Beatitudes: Blessed Are the Meek
Andreas Köstenberger
Young man standing on a mountain overlook at sunrise, symbolizing the hopeful journey of a new pastor.
10 Things I Wish That I Knew as a New Pastor
Jon Saunders
a mourning man walking in a lane of trees and sun rays
Pastoral Ministry and the Beatitudes: Blessed Are Those Who Mourn
Andreas Köstenberger
church pews filled with people
Building Church Attendance that Endures
Phil Steiger
Sunlight falls on empty wooden pews with closed hymnals, illustrating why churches die when congregations fade.
Why Churches Die (and How Yours Can Live)
Thom Rainer
an expanse of rolling hills and mountains reminiscent of the place where Jesus taught, "Blessed are the poor in spirit."
Pastoral Ministry and the Beatitudes: Blessed are the Poor in Spirit
Andreas Köstenberger
A man holds bread in one hand and juice in the other, preparing to partake in communion.
Explain Communion Clearly
Michael McKinley
Small wooden house with a cross symbol, representing the humble beginnings and mission of church planting.
Why Church Planters need Mentorship
Michael McKinley
A man walks down foggy road.
How Should Pastors Respond When People Leave their Church?
Peter C. Orr