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Am I a Bad Pastor? (Part 1) 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...

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How to Reach a Culture Not Interested in the Gospel evangelism gospel innovation jesus love ministry service

Our culture doesn’t care about Jesus.

I know, it sounds irreverent—but it’s true. The prevailing posture of our nation is rapidly equalizing on this issue, especially in a post-COVID world. As we all know, the coronavirus has only accelerated changes that were already in motion....

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A Crazy Idea That Will Increase Your Impact in Your City churchgrowth churchplanting impact ministry outreach time

Their eyebrows go up every time I talk about it.

“Am I allowed to do that?” “I don’t see how I could make that happen.” “Is it worth it?”

A few years ago I had the great privilege to host two California friends for a Portland workshop called Multiply...

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