Book Review

Ineffective evangelism is usually a symptom of something more profound — a crisis of Christian maturity. Before we can expect our churches to grow wide, we must first ensure they are growing deep.

Every pastor becomes a prophet, whether they realize it or not. Not in the sense of receiving divine revelations, but in the way they inevitably shape their congregation's expectations about what lies ahead.

Pastoral ministry often feels less like a calling and more like a high-stakes competition. You stand in the pulpit, but you are not the only voice speaking to your people. Every day, they are shaped by a chorus of other influences, each vying for their allegiance. How do you lead a church when the cultural currents are pulling in every other direction? This is the central challenge Gary Comer addresses in his book, The Game of Pulpits.