Today in Church leadership
Can pastors be restored after moral failure?
Jim Denison, PhD
Dr. Tony Evans, the highly respected pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, made headlines with his recent announcement that he was stepping down from his pastoral duties for a “healing and restoration” time. He told his congregation, “The…
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Church leadership July 2, 2024
Three encouraging reminders for ministry in this moment: A July 4 reflection
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership June 4, 2024
How not to be intimidated by our culture: A response to Pride Month
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership March 19, 2024
A story I’ve never explored and five encouraging facts to embrace
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership February 27, 2024
Potential jurors who affirm biblical morality excluded from service: Why the gospel is no longer “good news” and how we can share it with transforming power
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership February 20, 2024
Shaquille O’Neal’s jersey retired for the fourth time: How to live a legacy for eternity
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership February 13, 2024
Good news in reaching the “nones” and a transforming lifestyle decision we can make today
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership February 13, 2024
Breaking down the pastor search process: Insight from Ronny Marriott, Mark Dance, and Mark Turman
Mark Turman, DMin
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Popular culture February 6, 2024
Wisdom in handling the unpredictable: An excerpt from “God Is For You” by Mac Brunson
Mac Brunson
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Church leadership January 30, 2024
Our “ex-Christian” culture must repent or face God’s judgment
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership January 9, 2024
17 “dangerous” apps to remove immediately from your smartphone: A reflection on the path to experiencing God’s best this year
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership December 19, 2023
Ebenezer Scrooge and two incarnational miracles of Christmas
Jim Denison, PhD
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Church leadership December 12, 2023
Henry Kissinger on leadership: A transforming Christmas vision for pastors and society
Jim Denison, PhD
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