Luke 10:7

One of the most common misconceptions about the New Testament canon (the list of books the church recognizes as authoritative) is that early Christians didn’t have any Scripture until hundreds of years after the life of Christ and the Apostles. The church then examined all the books they had and...…

God’s calling is the pastors’ firm foundation for why they stand strong despite the role’s struggles. Because of this, among others, when pastors feel that church members encourage and support them, they get more empowered to do their calling.  They also become motivated to do their purpose, knowing that they are not alone or are …

This post was first published in January, 2015. —ed. It is a severe and perverse corruption of biblical ministry to be in it for money. Contrary to the model we often see today, pastoral work and church leadership are not meant to be avenues to wealth and fame. In fact, men who carry the love …

This post was first published November 28, 2018. –ed. We all love to be on the receiving end of a good deal—at least until someone else finds a better one. The perception of inequality and unfairness fosters bitterness, envy, and resentment—attitudes that the flesh thrives on, even among believers. And one of Christ’s parables plays …