In Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus, he provides instructions on planting new churches and establishing qualifications for leadership and governance of the church. What is the difference between elder and overseer?

From generation Alpha to Baby Boomers, the cancer of humanizing the Trinity has attached itself to the bloodstream of the church, ministry leaders, the congregation, and, more importantly, bookshelf authors. Visit one of the few remaining brick-and-mortar bookstores and pick up almost any book. You can identify the anthropomorphism (attributing human characteristics to God) littered throughout the book coated in anachronisms (attributing a custom or event to a period where it doesn't belong) as they relate to God and the Christian life.

The pallet of what is acceptable for pastors to preach is now dictated to them by committee members, denominational affiliation, and church attendees to tickle their ears and give them more of what they want to hear and less of what Scripture says concerning critical doctrines of the Christian faith.

What makes a good leader great? How do you know if you are a good leader? There is a seemingly endless supply of books, articles, and other resources directing individuals in enhancing leadership qualities. However, why? Why are so many looking for ways of growth, improvement, and insights on becoming an effective leader?

Lifeway research released a shocking study that identifies over 66% of Americans between 23 and 30 stated they left the church after turning 18. The increasing numbers of people leaving the church have many pastors and ministry leaders trying to figure out what is happening. The problem lies in the rise of and focus of individualism coupled with the church presenting a moralistic approach and distortion of the gospel.