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How to Find and Pursue God’s Vision for Your Church

God has a vision for your church—and nothing is more important than getting that vision. It’s the reason God put …

Why Jesus Says Not to Worry

Pastor, you need a shepherd.  Yes, God has called you to shepherd others. The very term of pastor literally means …

Healthy Church Conference Goes to Côte D’Ivoire

For the past eight years, Purpose Driven has partnered with the West African country of Côte D’Ivoire to help train …

The Antidote to An Overworked Pastor: Delegation

I learned the hard way what happens when a pastor tries to do it all. When I first started Saddleback, …

Four Reasons to Limit Our Freedom

I was still a long-haired hippie when God called me into the ministry. I’ll never forget when I was asked …

When Ministry Gets Tough, Remember These 7 Truths

You’ll face many ups and downs in ministry. Just like the earth experiences spring, summer, fall, and winter, we experience …

7 Steps to Regaining Your Joy in Ministry

It’s easy—and quick—to lose your joy in ministry. One phone call, email, or conversation, and your joy may go out …

Rediscovering Your Joy in Ministry

Do you remember the thrill you felt when you first had a relationship with Jesus? Everything was new and exciting. …

4 Questions to Ask in Every Season of Life

God has wired me in such a way that I like to watch things grow. He’s given me a passion …

How God Uses Your Work to Help You Grow

Pastor, your work matters. God is using you to help people find him. He’s using you to meet the physical, …

10 Commandments of Emotional Health During Stressful Times (Part 2)

Pastoral ministry is full of stress. The past year has been particularly stressful for many church leaders as the world …

How the Church Can Help with Mental Health

I’ve always believed and taught that God uses our pain to help others. I’ve seen that to be true over …

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