Slip-ups haunt every pastor. Some are minor; others trigger long-term problems. But not all mistakes have to be fatal. Here are some ways to prevent them from becoming terminal.

Mistakes can cause our hearts to churn with painful emotions and impulses. Identifying our emotions is important in not further compounding our problems and to put us on the track of recovery. Here are several ...

Topics:	Character & integrity, Church discipline, Conflict, Forgiveness, Mistakes, Peace, Reconciliation, Restoration, Vulnerability
Filters:	Church board, Church staff, Discipleship, Elder, Pastor, Pastoral care, Preaching, Worship
Purpose:	Discipleship
References:	Psalm 51
Date Added:	July 11, 2007

You don't have to be a megachurch to worship God well. Our church, blessed with only modest means, learned that lesson. Here are the values that undergird our approach to worship:

1. Authenticity over excellence. Authenticity isn't an excuse for laziness. Excellence is a legitimate value within the church. It's tough for the congregation to worship when they're squirming because the soloist is embarrassingly ...

Topics:	Changes in worship, Contemporary worship, Music, Worship, Worship planning, Worship service, Worship style
Filters:	Church staff, Elder, Pastor, Worship, Worship leader
Purpose:	Worship
References:	Psalm 19:14, Psalm 51:6
Date Added:	August 01, 2007

Our culture puts forward many lies about sex. Below, a Christian scholar analyzes two of those lies and how they are presented to us, especially on TV. After reading each myth, reflect on whether or not your church teaches the truth in that area. Then, in the space provided, write down one way your church could take on that topic in the next few months.

On TV, people often engage ...

  

  

Topics:	Accountability, Character, Family, Liability, Relationships, Self-control, Sin, Vulnerability
Filters:	Counseling, Elder, Men, Pastor, Pastoral care, Volunteer, Women, Worship leader
Purpose:	Discipleship
References:	Psalm 51:6
Date Added:	October 23, 2007

Prayer is an important part of the motivation and practice of leading a short-term missions team. Use this list to help you focus your individual and team prayer time. Make copies and keep on using it throughout your trip preparation.

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Scripture: Mark 12:28–31; Psalm 51:6; Galatians 5:22–23; Philippians 2:1–4; 1 Corinthians 9:19–23; ...

Topics:	Evangelism, Ministry, Missions, Outreach, Teams, Unity, Volunteers
Filters:	Evangelism, Missionary, Missions, Outreach, Pastor, Volunteer
Purpose:	Ministry
References:	Psalm 51:6, Mark 12:28, Galatians 5:22
Date Added:	December 04, 2007

The following spiritual and character traits should be evident in the people participating in short-term missions trips, especially those leading them. They address the conditions of hearts, minds, and attitudes, which can make or break a trip.

Genuine dependence on God. This does not mean developing an "overspiritualizing" attitude, but having a genuine attitude of submission ...

Topics:	Evangelism, Ministry, Missions, Outreach, Teams, Unity, Volunteers
Filters:	Evangelism, Missionary, Missions, Outreach, Pastor, Volunteer
Purpose:	Ministry
References:	Psalm 51:6
Date Added:	December 04, 2007