Our hearts are heavy, yet rejoicing, as we share the news that our beloved pastor and teacher John MacArthur has entered into the presence of the Savior. This evening, his faith became sight. He faithfully endured until his race was run.
2 Timothy 4:1-8
“To aid in this effort, we have developed a brief assessment to gauge pastoral wellness. Five key categories of pastoral wellness are evaluated: spiritual health, physical health, relational/emotional health, financial health, and vocational/occupational.. https://t.co/relRJF7uk6
Trust is built by telling the truth not by manipulating the facts to make people feel better. Without having the trust of your people the leader ceases to be a leader and just becomes a person with a title. #trust#leadership
Honored to participate in the opening service for the @PikeAssociation’s annual LoveLoud event this evening. Hard to believe this is the 10th year for this local missions event. Join me in praying for those who will share the love of Christ in deed and in truth this week!
P. 3: “The most essential component for successful pastoral ministry is not ministerial competence or leadership capacity, but character. If you succeed in church growth, preaching, and leadership but fail in character, you have failed in what matters most.”
Many of us will converge in Dallas for the SBC next week. And we get to have a Kentucky reunion on Monday night at our Messenger Reception. Lots of delicious desserts included!
What a great morning of worship at Willard Missionary Baptist Church in Carter County. I had the honor of recognizing the church on behalf of @KentuckyBaptist for the amazing revitalization that has taken place over the past few years. To God be the glory!
The percentage of pastors who leave for reasons other than retirement or death has remained statistically unchanged over the past decade: 1.3% in 2015, 1.5% in 2021, and 1.2% in 2025. https://t.co/IvB8BCSrEB
The latest episode of The Starting Well Podcast released this morning. In it, I talk about 6 strategic ways pastors can lead well during the early days of their tenure. Check it out below. https://t.co/SIAW84voPh