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Rest and Renewal for the Shepherd: Guidelines for Elders in the Local Church

In studying Genesis 1-2, we tend to focus on God creating the light, sun, moon, stars, plant and animal kingdoms, and, of course, humanity. We seldom think about…

Christian Standard · September 4, 2025
Church & Ministry

What My Sabbatical Taught Me

Offering, providing, and even requiring sabbatical is good policy because an investment in our leaders is an investment in the future of the church.

Christian Standard · September 4, 2025
Church & Ministry

When Rest Doesn’t Come Easily: How Ministers in Smaller Churches can Make Time for Sabbath Rest

Even those who serve smaller congregations (or who serve alone as the only paid employee) can still obey the Lord’s command for Sabbath rest.

Christian Standard · September 4, 2025
Church & Ministry

Is It Time for a Rest? Four Experts Weigh in on Chief Questions about Your Sabbatical

We interviewed four experts about how to plan for a sabbatical—from how to have those early conversations with your church leaders to exactly what you ought to do…

Christian Standard · September 4, 2025
Church & Ministry

Managing Ministry Tensions

Dealing with various tensions is a reality in ministry. And experiencing tension often leads to stress and fatigue. These issues must be managed.

Christian Standard · September 3, 2025
Church & Ministry

Can You Communicate Your Vision?

When a vision is communicated effectively, people are drawn to the vision and not just the leader. In the long term, this gets far more traction for the…

Christian Standard · September 3, 2025
Church & Ministry

Write Sermons for the Ear, Not for the Eye

Preaching is a living transaction between the preacher and those who are listening; the words we speak must represent that truth. So, when you sit down to prepare…

Christian Standard · September 3, 2025
Church & Ministry

The Power of the Pulpit

The power of the pulpit resides neither in physical furnishings nor in preachers themselves, but in the Holy Spirit who empowers his servants to proclaim God’s timeless truth.

Christian Standard · August 18, 2025
Church & Ministry

How Should We Respond to the Never-Ending News Cycle?

In a culture filled with bad news, may God give us wisdom to lead graciously and share boldly the good news of Christ.

Christian Standard · July 8, 2025
Church & Ministry

Preaching with Your Own Voice

We all want to be great preachers. But being a great preacher is not nearly as important as presenting a great God with your own unique voice.

Christian Standard · July 3, 2025
Church & Ministry

The Leader and Spiritual Warfare

There is a battle raging! The fight is all around us, a fight that influences each of us as leaders in the church. The enemy is real, powerful,…

Christian Standard · July 3, 2025
Church & Ministry

Are You Passionate About Your Vision?

Still healthy, somewhat effective, and obedient to a fault, many churches have lost the passionate vision they once had. Vision has been replaced by tradition, and passion by…

Christian Standard · July 3, 2025
Church & Ministry

What I’ve Learned from Flannery O’Connor about Preaching and Ministry

After reading the letters of Flannery O'Connor, Jeff Dye shares what he has learned about preaching, ministry, and life.

Christian Standard · May 6, 2025
Church & Ministry

Unbeknownst to Me

Even when your efforts are unbeknownst to others, the Lord knows. “God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him…

Christian Standard · May 2, 2025
Church & Ministry

How Important Is Theology for Your Church … Really?

RENEW.org is offering a Certificate in Theology (CIT) program that can offer transfer credits to students who desire to pursue Bible college or university degrees.

Christian Standard · May 2, 2025
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