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Notes For Pastors Who Lead

Honest, practical writing on pastoral health, building a team, and leading a church that grows without grinding you down — the same ground I walk with the pastors I coach.

 
Turning Regret into Gratitude (Video) beauty circumstances gratitude joy overcoming pain past recover recovery regret victory

How do you turn regret into gratitude? Hint: It's all about how you interpret your past. Watch the video to learn more!

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Am I a Bad Pastor? alignment confidence contribution energy fear finding your fit gifts insecure joy leadership ministry misfit self esteem spiritual gifts strengths

One of the scariest days of my life was the day I was given the title “Lead Pastor” of Westside Community Church in Beaverton, Oregon. Don’t get me wrong - I wanted the job. I had felt called to be a pastor way back at the age of 17. I was just terrified of letting everybody down. I was 33 years-old...

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The other morning I woke up in a funk. Fuzzybrain, feeling a little overwhelmed and wishing I could be transported to some tropical island. I’m sure you’ve had a moment like that before.

I’ve learned that my best weapon in these moments is my journal. No wonder they call it "the dishwasher of the m...

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