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Ministry & Money: Fleecing the Sheep

November 13, 2014 by Phil Schneider

I hate taking the offering at church. Of all of my pastoral responsibilities, it’s one of my absolute least favorites. Why is that? Because many people assume that preachers and the Church want more and more money and that the offering liturgy is nothing more than a salesman’s pitch. The truth is that the Church […]

The State of Theology [Infographic]

November 7, 2014 by Phil Schneider

As a teacher, I’m always intrigued by surveys and studies that report on the intelligence (or sad lack thereof), so when I saw this report, the “State of Theology,” I put on my discipleship pastor hat and started to dive into the carnage. Let’s start with stats. (If you don’t want to get too deep […]

Individuality (A Quote for Kait)

September 21, 2014 by Phil Schneider

My wife and I often have conversations about individuality and why is so undervalued by the Church. Why is it that the people claim to believe in the Creator are so loathe to acknowledge the diversity of His creation?* Here’s a great quote I just read in CS Lewis’ The Problem of Pain:

Remembering His Kingdom

September 11, 2014 by Phil Schneider

Dear Christian friends, as we begin this day that means so much for so many in our nation—a day of reflection, mourning, and also a day to honor those who serve and protect us—let us not be confused. This great land of ours is NOT His Kingdom. Neither the United States’ wars nor its politics, […]

The Church That Works

August 28, 2014 by Phil Schneider

Quick Facts Written by former pastors and denominational leaders (Assemblies of God), Rich DuBose and Mel Surface, The Church That Works is a short, simple read about the proper authority structure for a church and her board. Author’s Big Idea God has called your pastor to your church as has given him a vision for […]

Pizza Topping Pastoring

August 12, 2014 by Phil Schneider

I was recently at a function that served pizza with predetermined toppings. The majority had very specific toppings. This frustrates me. In a large crowd, cast the widest net, and then fill in with specialty items. Church should work the same way. Pastor first to the crowd, at the simplest level. Seek the common denominators. […]