There’s Another Reason Why Many Pastors Leave the Ministry
In a previous article, Bo Lane, founder of ExPastors.com, wrote eloquently on why so many pastors leave the clergy today. Between 1,500 and 2,000…
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Things I Miss Most About Being a Pastor And Things I Don’t
I am playing hooky from church this morning. Years ago that wouldn’t have been an option. Churches can be sticklers about their pastors being…
These 9 Things Could Revolutionize Your Ministry
I know all too well the burden and stress of ministry and the toll it can have on an individual. As a pastor that…
Does ‘Just Get Over It’ Actually Work? Thoughts on Overcoming Burnout
Some things take longer to get over. Burnout is a serious condition that has resulted from a grinding down process which has taken years,…
How Do I Feed My Family Now that I’m Not a Pastor? A Guide to Jobs for ExPastors
So, you’re a pastor and you’re thinking about calling it quits? It’s time to hand in the towel because you’re burned out, stressed out,…
Why Do So Many Pastors Leave the Ministry? The Facts Will Shock You
A few years after I had left the ministry, a co-worker came and asked if I wouldn’t mind talking and praying for her friend…
What part of your ministry is the most difficult? Thoughts from Mark Driscoll
Recently, author and pastor, Mark Driscoll, answered the question, “What part of your ministry is the most difficult?” on the Resurgence website, a ministry…
Learning How To Let Go (A Letter of Apology)
Why does it seem impossible to truly repent before you really let go? I don’t know. But I’ve felt pressed for a while to…
Did God Call Me or Did I Get it Wrong?
As we were driving home the other day, Melissa made a passing comment that caused me to reflect on my time as a pastor….