Sage Advice for Pastors from My Spiritual Fathers

Some sage advice I got from spiritual fathers helping me navigate life as a pastor. Thought it might speak to you too. #pastor Don’t try to change the world, just be faithful to your calling. Stay in your lane. Focus pays off. You don’t have to know everything about everything. Bloom where you are planted. … Continue reading Sage Advice for Pastors from My Spiritual Fathers

Sexual Abuse, Scripture, Trauma Therapy, and the SBC.

I am a parent of a sexual abuse survivor. I’m also an SBC pastor. I can’t really say more because after years the case is going to trial in the days ahead. Our kiddo is an “on her own” adult now. We’ve been through a lot over the years. I have thoughts in light of … Continue reading Sexual Abuse, Scripture, Trauma Therapy, and the SBC.

COVID-19 is an Ultra-Marathon for Church Leaders

A marathon is 26.2 miles. An ultra-marathon begins at 50 miles and extends up to 100 miles. Yesterday I was interviewed as part of a panel for re-opening the church in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. There is really not an expert on this topic. We are the blind leading the blind but we have … Continue reading COVID-19 is an Ultra-Marathon for Church Leaders