Articles to Help pastors thrive in the trenches of pastoral ministry.
So you have “Elders” but want Elders?
By Matt Walker
Transitioning from elders-in-principle to elders-in-practice will be a long, slow, and unexpected process for a new pastor. However, qualified elders functioning as genuine shepherds is a joy-filled, God-honoring, Christ-exalting, church-strengthening endeavor, making the transition process worth the perseverance.
How does a pastor know when to make changes in his church?
What is wise counsel before making changes in your church?“Preach the Word, sacrificially love those people, and do not change anything for a while.” That is the foundation, building form that I ask 3 questions for you to ask yourself as you move to bring the change that is needed and how to do so with discernment and wisdom.