2026 Triennial & Next Steps
A month and a half ago, after a year of denominational discourse, we held the 2026 Triennial. It was momentous in several ways. Here’s what happened, what it means, and what’s next for us in the App Region. What Happened ACGC posted a comprehensive recap that you can read here. For this article, let’s focus […]
Preach the Word (2 Timothy 4:1-2)
Dear Pastor, I want to encourage you in your efforts to preach the word this month. As much as you appreciate the privilege, we both know ministry can be exhausting and preaching can require a great deal of energy. Don’t grow weary. It’s important that you keep at it. Receive this quintessentially Advent Christian charge […]
Charges Against Elders (1 Timothy 5:19-21)
I want to encourage you to be careful, transparent, and fair when dealing with charges against elders, whether those charges are against yourself, fellow elders, or other church leaders. Do not admit a charge against an elder except on the evidence of two or three witnesses. As for those who persist in sin, rebuke them […]
Honorable Work (1 Timothy 5:17-18)
Whatever you’ve got going on this morning as you start a new week, I just want to remind you that being a good pastor is honorable. That’s what our text, 1 Timothy 5:17 and 18, is going to show us. 1 Timothy 5:17–18 “Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, […]
Careful Care (1 Timothy 5:5-16)
This morning, I just want to encourage you with three reminders from 1st Timothy about how you lead your church to care for people.
Honor Your Widows (1 Timothy 5:3-4)
Pastor, honoring widows is an important part of your assignment.
Post-Easter Steadfastness
Thanks to the resurrection, your everyday prayers, preparation, preaching, and pastoring are not in vain!
Yourself and the Teaching (1 Timothy 4:16)
When someone asked Jesus what the greatest of all the commandments was, he summed them all up into two: Love God and love people. Similarly, if you were to ask Paul what the greatest priority for the pastor is, he would likely give you the two featured in 1 Timothy 4:16. Keep a close watch […]