Devotionals, Faith, Life, Ministry

You Don’t Have to Be “On” All The Time

 This Post Originally Appeared on The Pastor’s Porch You’re reading a repost from my weekly Substack newsletter, The Pastor’s Porch. Each week, I share devotions, reflections, and honest words from the front porch of a rural pastor. Subscribe for free to get them straight to your inbox. Hey friends, Before we begin today’s reflection, I would… Continue reading You Don’t Have to Be “On” All The Time

Devotionals, Life, Ministry

Welcome to the Pastor’s Porch

📬 This Post Originally Appeared on The Pastor’s Porch You're reading a repost from my weekly Substack newsletter, The Pastor’s Porch. Each week, I share devotions, reflections, and honest words from the front porch of a rural pastor. Subscribe for free to get them straight to your inbox. Welcome to The Pastor’s Porch Devotions and… Continue reading Welcome to the Pastor’s Porch

Life, Ministry, writings

20 Years In: Learng A Thing or Two

I became a minister at the age of 19 years, 8 months, and 3 days. I was just a kid. When I began, I thought I was mature, smart, and wise. I had no idea of all that I didn't know! I grew up in a relatively traditional country church. The pastor always wore a… Continue reading 20 Years In: Learng A Thing or Two

Critics, Devotionals, Faith, Life, Ministry, Prayer, Sermons, The Bible, writings

Don’t Be A “Christian Jerk”

Adam reflects on his 32-year journey as a Christian, expressing the importance of Jesus in existence and the struggle to live compassionately. He apologizes for past judgmental attitudes and urges sharing Jesus' truth with love despite potential misunderstandings and offenses.