Seven points to help you understand retirees in your congregation(s) as well as help you plan and prepare wisely for your own retirement.Από τον Bruce Manners

This article identifies four reasons ministry transition can be uniquely challenging, together with four biblical themes that enable us to grow “out the other side” of endings.Από τον Silvia Purdie

Four truths from Elijah’s experiences and what pastors can learn from this. A five-step plan that can help the pastors prevent burnout syndrome.Από τον Wagner Augusto V. Aragão and Rubenita de Oliveira Xavier Aragão

What should we be focused on: Justice or judgement? Prayer or action? Meditation or agitation? Spiritual transformation or social reformation?Από τον Jeffrey O. Brown

This article assesses the value and use of the Apocrypha in biblical studies and pastoral ministry.Από τον Davidson Razafiarivony

The name Jesus is derived from the Greek form of the Hebrew name Joshua. What did that name mean to the contemporaries of Jesus? What message did it communicate? How can we draw on its meaning and message to benefit those to whom we minister?Από τον Steven Thompson

How long have the concepts of the Sabbath and the great controversy been around? How is the Sabbath linked to the great controversy?Από τον Donny Chrissutianto

We would expect that Satan would be exposed and then immediately annihilated after all the drama in Revelation. But he's not. Why must Satan be set free after the millennium?Από τον Kayle B. de Waal

Why do we sometimes feel like we need a vacation after a vacation? What kind of rest does Jesus offer the tired worker?Από τον David Buruchara

Is anointing only for the sick and dying? What qualifies someone to be anointed? Does anointing guarantee healing? What power lies in anointing?Από τον Kim Papaioannou

Gary A. Buddoo-Fletcher reflects on the effectiveness and benefits of clinical pastoral education (CPE) in his pastoral ministry.Από τον Gary A. Buddoo-Fletcher

The account of the Levite and the concubine demonstrates devastation. What redeeming value can we get from this sordid account that appears in the Word of God?Από τον Jeff Scoggins

Understanding the reality of infertility and child loss experienced by pastoral families, and the support that is available to them.Από τον Claudine Anderson-Atkinson

What are some challenges of middle-aged pastors? How do leaders lead when they can’t gather? What can they do anyway?Από τον Len Hjalmarson

How do you find the ideal church? 12 qualities that churches should have according to the Bible.Από τον Ramon J. Canals

The difference between 'lament' and 'complaint'. The wonder, power, and beauty found in lamenting.Από τον Chris Morris

We have a crisis on our hands: young adults are leaving the church! What are some practical steps we can take to prevent this from happening?Από τον Filip Milosavljevic

What are you prioritizing in life? Are your interests getting in the way of being fully surrendered to Jesus?Από τον Pavel Goia

What are “compilations” in contrast to Ellen White’s “original writings”? Practical ways that Seventh-day Adventist pastors can better help their congregation understand and properly use compilations.Από τον Tim Poirier

Strategies to help you begin the process of affirming Ellen White’s prophetic ministry in the local church.Από τον Jud Lake

The amazing fruits of Ellen White's deep and meaningful relationship with God.Από τον Dwain N. Esmond

The history of some of Ellen White's most famous books.Από τον Merlin D. Burt

Are the prophetic messages of God outdated, and do they need to be updated? Are Ellen White's writings still relevant today?Από τον Alberto R. Timm

How do churches decide who to support financially? What guidelines can pastors and church leaders follow when deciding on which people or communities to help?Από τον Michael Zwaagstra

Summarizing the seasons of pastoring, and a call to value retired pastors.Από τον Jeffrey O. Brown

While both artificial intelligence and natural intelligence have their merits, neither suffices to satisfy the profound spiritual yearnings of humanity. What is required is supernatural intelligence (SI). How do we acquire supernatural intelligence (SI)?Από τον Ramon J. Canals

A computer-generated article by artificial intelligence (AI).Από τον ChatGPT

Using AI as a productivity tool: benefits, risks and how to mitigate the dangers.Από τον Sam Neves

Are there any new ethical and/or theological issues created by ChatGPT and other such AI tools, and how should clergy respond? What are the ways a pastor can harness the power of AI in his or her work?Από τον Damian Chambers

AI is riddled with controversy, but does it have a place in our church?Από τον Daryl Gungadoo

How can we better deal with church members doubting the Trinity? What is so attractive about the anti-Trinitarian doctrine? What can we do as a preventative measure?Από τον Joseph Kidder and Timothy Baze

As ministers of the gospel, we are called to rely upon the Bible as our number one source of power and lead others to it.Από τον Alfredo Garcia-Marenko

We have all gone through classes and presentations on leadership, but how much has that training focused on the very important faith aspect of being a leader?Από τον Juan R. Prestol-Puesan

Knowing the 'why' of your ministry is important. How to find the 'why' of your ministry.Από τον Crystal E. Ward

What is the point of telling others about the three angels of Revelation? Read the author’s applications of these special messages for today.Από τον Igor Lorencin

So many people who know about the pre-Advent judgment are terrified of it. Should they be?Από τον Clifford Goldstein

Expand your understanding of discipleship from what we do to who we are—and then how we convey that to our members.Από τον Scott Ward, David Sedlacek, Rogelio Paquini and Jasmine Fraser

A personal story of God calling Michael to keep his eyes fixed on Jesus, and to remain serving as a pastor. Three suggestions for walking on the water through the ministry storm.Από τον Micheal Goetz

Why do pastors leave the ministry during the autumn season?Από τον Jeffrey O. Brown

Seven practical tips for pastors to develop and maintain self-denial in their leadership.Από τον Ramon J. Canals

Why are people leaving the church? How do we help church members and bring intentional change to our church? What is God asking of us? What does it mean to be a pastoral leader?Από τον Sung Kwon

What does it mean to be a leader? Five components of a Christ-centered approach to help leaders grow to support the mission of the church.Από τον Randy J. Siebold

Why do people not like to forgive? How do we forgive and embrace forgiveness?Από τον Karen Tilstra

What does ministry look like in the new testament? Three ways that pastors can enable and empower their church members to become active ministers in their communities.Από τον Boubakar Sanou

Acknowledging that Ellen White's writings are an important, inspiring resource that should be utilized by Adventists as a means of growing closer to Jesus.Από τον Sean Brizendine

Why does the church believe that Ellen White's writings were guided by the Holy Spirit, and are a true manifestation of the Spirit of prophecy?Από τον Merlin D. Burt

Is it appropriate to disclose confidential information? Are there limits to confidentiality? Seven best practices to help clergy maximize the benefits of confidentiality and limit potential liabilities.Από τον Marlon C. Robinson

What is the difference between the “work of the Lord” and the “works of the Law”?Από τον Kim Papaioannou

What is the meaning of community? What do we learn about community from the early church? Seven strategies to improve church community.Από τον Clifford Owusu-Gyamfi

The importance of asking for the Holy Spirit on a daily basis.Από τον Helmut Haubeil