How many churches do you help noticeably?
I read in an article of the Interim Ministry Network that intentional interim ministers were able to help about 50%...
Helpful Hints for Elders, Preachers, and Others
Between Preachers is being re-released this week with a hardcover edition added. In addition to discussing an intentional interim between...
Why Have an Interim Preacher?
Here’s what I‘ve observed in sixty-one years of ministry, having followed a long-tenured preacher, and worked with congregations in intentional...
Forgiving People Who Don’t Want It
Many people read the words of Jesus and conclude a Christian is obligated to forgive everyone, every time, for everything...
What Do You Not Like? How Will You Put Up with It?
My observations: As a preacher, you aren’t ready to commit to working with a new congregation until you know not...
Suggestion: If You’re a New Elder, Don’t Read that Letter Alone! — If You’re a New (or Old) Preacher, Don’t Read that Letter Alone!
I heard the story many times. Each retelling brought back the pain of the day. A brother had recently been...
A Dose of Humility from a Friend
As a young preacher, I knew when I preached a good sermon: adequate preparation, good timing for needs in the...
Beginning Well as the New Preacher
A friend asked recently for suggestions for a preacher beginning his work with a new church. Here are some of...
More on Preachers Placing Membership
After the post on Preachers Placing Membership, I received this question from Richard Root: Jerrie, do you think this has changed...
Where Do I Find the Time to Do What I Need to Do?
Some time ago, I was facing a day where I had typical responsibilities: study for sermons and Bible classes, memory,...