Engaging the Culture

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.
Shepherd herding sheep at sunrise across the pasture
Six Questions Pastors Should Ask in Deciding when to Confront
Chris Brauns
A table covered with Bibles of varying colors.
Do Not Be Deceived by Vain Philosophies
Phil Steiger
Crowds watch new year's fireworks.
Trust in the Lord in the New Year
Michael McKinley
A Bible and notebook on a wooden table for writing pastoral resolutions.
New Year – New You?
Peter C. Orr
Wooden blocks displaying “2026” sit on stacks of coins as a hand places a target icon block, symbolizing planning and setting new year goals.
New Year, New Goals
Caroline Newheiser
Calendar that symbolizes the resolutions for pastors in the new year.
Six Resolutions for Pastors to Prioritize
Daniel Stegeman
A group of youth group students sit together outside their church, talking and laughing.
Why I Still Believe in Youth Ministry
Tim Counts
Forest of evergreens covered in snow.
Let Immanuel Deliver Comfort to Hurting Hearts This Christmas
Paul Tautges
an open Bible nestled among garland and Christmas lights
The Whole Bible Points to the Coming of the Savior
Michael McKinley
a row of worshipers at a Christmas Eve church service holding their lit candles in a dark sanctuary
Reaching the Lost at Christmas Eve Service
Ray Comfort
A weary pastor sits with his daughter by the Christmas tree, enjoying rest during the busy holiday season.
A Christmas Rest for a Weary Pastor
Marty Machowski
silhouette of a man with windblown hair and outstretched arms gazing at a golden sky
Cultivating a Culture of Thankfulness
Jon Gilmore