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Rush Witt is Lead Pastor of Paramount Church in Bexley, Ohio and a certified biblical counselor. He is the author of Diehard Sins and I Want to Escape.
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Faith & Evangelism

Stewarding Your Body for Spiritual Health

We pastors naturally take our spiritual cues quite seriously. We aim to be examples to the believers regarding spiritual disciplines of Bible reading, prayer, evangelism, personal discipleship, and other means
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Faith & Evangelism

The Ideal Pastoral Career

As pastors embrace the concept of "quality-term" ministry, their commitment to local church health will guide them in making the most of their best years in ministry.
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Engaging the Culture

The Unique Dimensions of Pastoral Time

Pastors manage different areas of time in any given week. Time is not stagnant for the pastor; it morphs. It is not uncommon for a pastor to be in the
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Faith & Evangelism

Cutting Through the Noise: How to Talk to Kids About Sin

Is your child curious about sin? Parents and pastors, learn how to talk to kids about sin in a way that's honest, hopeful, and age-appropriate. Discover Bible verses and practical
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Engaging the Culture

Three Actions to Take Against Pastoral Stress

The normal challenges of church leadership, coupled with strong expectations and criticism, creates a kind of perfect storm for burnout. But amid these challenges, there is hope. By recognizing the
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Faith & Evangelism

Six Temptations Every Pastor Faces

The pastor faces unique temptations. These must be confronted with wisdom so that he is able to serve faithfully.
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Faith & Evangelism

Staying Strong in Pastoral Evangelism

As we age and continue our pastoral calling, we commonly experience a decline in our zeal for evangelism. To overcome these obstacles, we must recognize the issue and consciously resist
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Marriage

Four Reasons Pastors and Wives Want to Escape Ministry

Let’s consider four common ministry challenges that can tempt pastors and their wives to seek escape and how God helps them through the good news of His Gospel.
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