Leith Anderson, president of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE), said, “We all have our own preferences about sermon and service length. The important thing is that the gospel is communicated clearly in a way that hearers can respond. Pastors and church leaders need to be responsive to the people they serve and faithful to …
“Evangelicals emphasize evangelism, and pastors often avoid controversies that might take priority over the gospel message,” said Leith Anderson, president of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE). “Most pastors I know don’t want to endorse politicians. They want to focus on teaching the Bible.” William Bohline, founding pastor of Hosanna! Lutheran Church, said, “The pulpit …
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“Age is not necessarily good predictor of effectiveness,” said Leith Anderson, president of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE). “There are 75 year olds who have active and growing ministries, and 40 year olds whose ministries are struggling and lacking fruit.” George Wood, general superintendent of Assemblies of God, said, “My most productive years have …
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSS In this podcast, you’ll hear the expert on theological education in the United States share: How changing expectations of pastors have impacted seminary training; How seminaries have adapted to distance and online education; What evangelicals can learn from mainline and Catholic seminaries; and …
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSS In this podcast, you’ll hear Kay share: How to manage spoken and unspoken expectations of the pastor’s wife; What pastors’ spouses can do to set boundaries; Her experience being vulnerable and grieving publicly; and Advice for church members in caring for their …
“The vast majority of pastors do not have their own radio or TV show, robust church staff, or megachurch attendance,” said Leith Anderson, NAE president. “Rather they faithfully serve in small churches and face financial challenges stemming from student debt, low salaries and medical expenses. And sadly, they often feel they have no one to …
It seemed to me that going to college and possibly to graduate school was too much work, too much money, and a waste of too much time while living in a world that needed Jesus. I figured I could invest my life better in a community rather than on a campus. My father wrote back, …
“I’m a bit surprised,” said Leith Anderson, president of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE). “Being a pastor can be very stressful and is often not easy on the family. These leaders know the challenges; many have been, or are, pastors themselves. Yet they recognize the value and unique calling of pastors.” One leader quoted …
“Brian Kluth will bring a wealth of experience and connections within the Christian community,” said Leith Anderson, NAE president. “We look forward to seeing how God will use him and this new NAE project to address the financial challenges facing pastors across the country.” The project, which is supported through a grant from Lilly Endowment …