Pastors and Social Media
By Samuel D. James | 08.24.2023When pastors log on to social media and berate others relentlessly, post incessantly, or communicate inappropriately, it is very likely that red flags were visible before the point of crisis.
Book Review: Pastoral Ethics, by W. Ross Hastings
Review by Jeremy Meeks | 08.03.2023Pastors aren’t often trained to live well, think well, or help others do the same regarding the challenging decisions of life. W. Ross Hastings recognizes these problems and has written an excellent book to help remedy them.
Books Review: The Wolf in Their Pockets, by Chris Martin
Review by Jason Thacker | 07.27.2023“The Wolf in Their Pockets” is full of wisdom for weary pastors who are wondering how to start these vital conversations in their communities about the role social media and technology play in the lives of their people.
Book Review: The Shepherd’s Toolbox, by Timothy Z. Witmer
Review by Phil Newton | 07.05.2023‘The Shepherd’s Toolbox’ gives practical counsel for “obstacles facing those who are committed to shepherding their flocks.”
Samples of Public Prayers Prayed by Pastors
By J. Owens, J. Sanchez, M. Dever, R. Shannon | 9Marks Journal: A New Christian Authoritarianism? | 04.28.2023Read the prayers of four pastors at city, state, and national governmental gatherings.
Baptist Covenant Theology: A Pastor’s Best Defense Against Theonomy
By Jeff Wiesner | 9Marks Journal: A New Christian Authoritarianism? | 04.28.2023In the face of today’s so-called “culture war,” Theonomy and Reconstruction teachers often take bold stands on social issues that attract anxious evangelicals. How can pastors guide and guard their sheep from possible error?
Modern Exhortations to Pastoral Friendship
By B. Croft, J. B. Carroll, M. A. G. Haykin | 03.16.2023Despite increasing connectedness, many in our culture face a growing isolation of the soul and pastors are prime candidates for this paradoxical lifestyle.
So, You Want to Be a Pastor?
By Sean DeMars | 03.08.2023Here is my appeal to the aspiring pastor: brother, count the cost.
Book Review: Pastoral Visitation, by Tyler C. Arnold
Review by Brian Davis | 02.22.2023Christ has already broken into our world so that we stay seated in the presence of God abidingly. Therefore, pastoral visitations are not a way for people to be brought into the presence of God, but rather a context to grow their understanding of being in Christ.
Not Satisfied with Our Shepherding yet—but Finding a Good Rhythm
By Bob Johnson | 02.13.2023Here’s how one group of elders is seeking to ensure that every member of their church is shepherded well.
Book Review: Shepherding the Pastor, by Phil A. Newton & Rich C. Shadden
Review by Jeremy Leong | 02.10.2023‘Shepherding the Pastor’ is a wonderful addition to the bookshelf of any young pastor, as well as anyone considering pastoral ministry.
Book Review: Pastoral Friendship, by Michael A. G. Haykin, Brian Croft & James B. Carroll
Review by Drew Hunter | 01.30.2023“Pastor-to-pastor friendship” is a gift to pursue and enjoy for the sake of our souls, our churches, and a sustained and flourishing ministry.
Book Review: Spurgeon the Pastor, by Geoff Chang
Review by Liam Garvie | 01.27.2023What kind of pastor was Spurgeon? How did he spend his time? Geoff Chang went trawling through the minutes of Met Tab meetings and wrote this book, an insight into the functional outworking of Spurgeon’s ecclesiology.
Book Review: Gospel-Driven Change, by Paul Watts
Review by Harry Fujiwara | 01.25.2023In ‘Gospel-Driven Change’, Paul Watts comes alongside his reader as the seasoned, older pastor. Any younger pastor will learn from his experience.
Book Review: Succession, by Bryant Wright
Review by David Gough | 01.23.2023A retired pastor who’s had to prepare his ministry for the next leader reviews the book ‘Succession: Preparing Your Ministry for the Next Leader’.
