Episode 14: How the “Senior Pastor” Relates to Other Pastors
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 05.16.2017If you’ve served in a church with a plurality of elders, then you’ve felt tension over questions about how the “senior” pastor relates to other pastors.
Book Review: The Heart, Character, and Life of the Church, by Joe Thorn
Review by Zach Schlegel | 05.10.2017If you’re looking for an accessible, Reformed Baptist introduction on the doctrine of the church, this is a resource I’m happy to recommend.
Episode 13: On Being a Word-Centered Church
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 05.09.2017How can I grow my church? If your answer doesn’t mention God’s Word, then you’re starting in the wrong place.
Nine Lessons for Pastors Facing Leadership Conflict
By Peter Hess | 05.08.2017Two years into our church plant, we faced our first major crisis. Here are nine takeaway lessons on dealing with church conflict.
Lessons on Pastoring from Martin Bucer
By Eric Beach | 05.04.2017Martin Bucer (1491–1551) isn’t as well known as John Calvin or Martin Luther, but during the 16th century Bucer’s writings and reform of the church in Strasbourg influenced many
No More Mr. Nice: Pastoral Reflections on Kindness
By Aaron Menikoff | 04.28.2017Kindness may be one of the most overlooked pieces of the fruit of the Spirit. But it shouldn’t be, for it takes us to the very heart of the gospel.
Episode 11: On Being “Called” to Ministry
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 04.25.2017Jonathan asked Mark about common misconceptions of pastoral calling, how pastors can cultivate an environment where callings get tested, and the role of the church throughout.
Pastors, Spend Time with Non-Pastors
By Garrett Kell | 04.13.2017Pastors, we must use some of our best time, energy, and resources training up plumbers, lawyers, teachers, and bankers.
Episode 9: On the Use and Abuse of Authority
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 04.10.2017Authority is God’s good and dangerous gift. Therefore, it’s important for pastors and church leaders to exercise their authority well, and in doing so image God.
Episode 8: What Makes a Good Pastor?
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 04.04.2017How do we know what makes a good pastor? Jonathan chats with Mark about what a pastor is, and what it means to take a pastoral approach to Christian ministry.
Mailbag #57: Pastors’ Limited Authority; Nominating Elders Who Will Move Soon
By Jonathan Leeman | 03.24.2017—Do the Scriptures obligate believers to follow their pastor so long as what he commands is not contravened by Scripture? —Should we nominate someone as an elder who will be leaving the church soon? »
Single Pastors, Biblical Counseling, and the Local Church
By Bert Daniel | 9Marks Journal: Pastoring Singles | 03.20.2017How can a single pastor build a constructive counseling ministry in the context of the local church?
Did Paul Prefer Singleness?
By Thomas R. Schreiner | 9Marks Journal: Pastoring Singles | 03.20.2017Given the cultural climate in the United States, it’s surprising to see how positively Paul speaks about being single.
How Did Paul Pastor Singles?
By Frank Thielman | 9Marks Journal: Pastoring Singles | 03.20.2017Paul makes it clear in 1 Corinthians 7 that singleness is not a predicament that needs to be addressed, an emergency that needs attention, or a problem that needs to be solved.
Pastoring Discontented Singles
By Jeremy Pierre | 9Marks Journal: Pastoring Singles | 03.20.2017A basic distinction between fact and interpretation is helpful when pastoring discontented singles.