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Pastor + Ph.D. Candidate | Helping pastors and preachers thrive in and out of the pulpit.
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“By recognizing that divorce does not define one’s worth or ability to lead, divorced pastors can begin to release the weight of shame and guilt they may be carrying.” - Torrone Law

“Divorced pastors often grapple with feelings of shame and guilt, which can be especially difficult to navigate given their positions as spiritual leaders. Overcoming these emotions is crucial in reclaiming self-respect and moving forward both personally and professionally.” - Torrone Law

Was it a failed marriage or a successful liberation?

Most of our ministry frustrations don’t come from the actual results; it comes from where we know we should be by now.

Choose integrity even if it costs you visibility.

Actions and integrity shine brighter than gossip.

#pastoringthroughdivore

Doing the work to heal in God’s presence allows me to be a better, wiser, and more compassionate pastor. For that, God I’m grateful. #PastoringThroughDivorce

Breaking the news to your congregation of your pending divorce can bring a mixture of relief and terror. However, God will provide the grace and strength to help you receive the support and handle the judgement. #PastoringThroughDivorce

It’s an odd feeling when your private and public life collide. But, God is faithful to help you navigate it all. #PastoringThroughDivorce

“You are a part of a club that you never would ask to sign up for. But you’re strong – you’ll get through this, and you’ll become a better pastor for it.” - Rev. Lydia Posselt #PastoringThroughDivorce

Stay until God tells you to go. God restores. God heals. #PastoringThroughDivorce

A ministry rises or falls with the strength of its leadership.

A pastor without emotional control is a liability to the ministry. #tpetips

What people most look for in a church has been constant overtime: > Honest > Forward-looking > Inspiring > Competent > Community > Discipleship

Dragging around bad habits and past hurts will destroy your ministry, block creativity, and stunt your growth. Release it and grow!

"I’m sorry" is one of the most powerful phrases we can ever use. It's a healer of wounds (for others), and a salve for the soul (for ourselves). - Bob Burg

Whatever you’re going through now, someone else made it through it as well. Everything will be fine, even if it feels off right now. The Lord will steady you.

I am so grateful for my testimony! God continues to be kind to me.

Stop whining. You’re not the first person to experience that in ministry! Pray and pivot if you need to. Get over it and keep going.

Preacher, drop the jargon. “Simplicity in preaching is of the utmost importance to every minister who wishes to be useful to souls. Unless you are simple in your sermons you will never be understood, and unless you are understood you cannot do good to those who hear you.” – J.C. Ryle

When a church is under pressure, like during the pandemic, it exposes the organizational strengths and weaknesses already present.

To be a ministry of excellence, you learn to aim high and then aim higher.

Simple tips I would give anyone who wants to start leading ministry teams: Get to know the: • People • Mission • Financials • Purpose of the team • Ministry schedule and milestones - Pastor’s overall vision for the church #Ministry

Pastors, you made it to the first Wednesday of the year and Sunday is coming. Find time to… Drink some coffee or tea. Rest and relax. Pray honestly. Be still and refreshed. Wait on Jesus.

This year, which ministry challenge(s) do you want to tackle? Burnout Discipleship Building trust Accountability Leading change Communication Decision-making Conflict resolution Time management Hiring and retention Volunteer engagement Once you know the area(s), face it with a strategy and win!

It might seem like I’m just teaching students, but I’m really creating colleagues. #ProfessorDanielleHayes

Ministry mistakes can be costly. Here are 6 things to do to help you avoid these $$ errors: ⭐ Set Goals: define success ⭐ Set Roles: clarify responsibilities ⭐ Set The Approach: list steps ⭐ Set Deadlines: set milestones ⭐️ Set Launch Dates: set timeline ⭐ Set Time To Evaluate: plan metrics

If you don’t see yourself or your ministry victorious, you’ll never experience victory. It all begins with your perspective.

You don’t need anymore advice! Just obey God and get to work.

If you want to be effective in ministry, you must have a giant-killer mentality. Take the land. Eat the grapes. You are not a grasshopper.

7 Techniques to Identify Ministry Issues: 1) Audits 2) Benchmarking 3) Risk Assessment 4) Incident Analysis 5) Inspection and Testing 6) Complaints and Feedback 7) Performance Monitoring (e.g. KPIs)

My cheat code to get things done fast when working with others: **Pick up the phone** Texting and sending DMs gives space for assumptions. #DelegateToElevate

Algorithm, connect me with Pastors. Preachers. Ministry leaders. Business leaders. Entrepreneurs. I’m ready to help people develop their executive presence and lead their organizations well.

Delegating duties is a critical key to becoming a ministry of excellence. There are endless reasons leaders don't tend to delegate tasks regularly, and I'm here to coach you through those concerns. Every Monday in December, join me for this discussion at Facebook.com/preachingexecutive

3 ways to communicate like an effective ministry leader: 1) Use clear and concise language 2) Focus on key points and avoid jargon 3) Listen actively and respond thoughtfully Master these, and you'll become impactful communicator.

TPE Coaching Tip 📣 Your best ideas will surface when you get in God’s presence. Set daily appointments for one-on-one time with God, because prayer generates results.

When your ministry is known for doing things with precision and accuracy, great things happen. Your church is… • Building trust • Protecting its reputation • Creating an environment for growth "Accuracy builds credibility." — Jim Rohn

Pastors, I know you are busy, but write your own sermons. A sermon written, prayed over, and internalized for a particular group of people, deeply known by the actual preacher, is uniquely used by God in the life of that church. The hard work of sermon writing is worth it. - Pastor Brian Croft

Something BIG is coming in 2025! Whether you're a seasoned preacher, ministry leader, or aspiring minister, stay close for details about Preach Fest 2025! Let's expand our Kingdom impact together.

“When I enter the pulpit with the Bible in my hands and in my heart, my blood begins to flow and my eyes to sparkle for the sheer glory of having God’s Word to expound. We need to emphasise the glory, the privilege, of sharing God’s truth with people.” -John Stott

"Know which part of the Lord's work He has called you to and give your whole soul to it." -Charles Spurgeon

Hey my fellow pastors, clergy, priests, and theologians where you at? Come say hello 👋

The problem that bothers the most is a problem God wants you to solve.