Several weeks ago, I became one of the millions of Americans who lost their job due to COVID-19. As a pastor, here’s how I’ve sought to respond.

Unemployment rates are incredibly high in some of the world’s poorest communities. So how does the gospel apply to those who don’t have paid work?

Urban ministry is full of both apparent and also real chaos. How we respond is crucial.

During this unique time, the church can support those who are suffering, meet practical needs, and share the life-altering gospel of the risen Christ.

Pastor, now is not the time to drum up false enthusiasm.

‘Let’s build the Kingdom of God! Let’s transform the community! Let’s impact the city!’

Why do some people grow quickly and move on in the Christian life while others drift away or always seem stuck in neutral?

This is not simply a book of ‘advice’ from a pastor. This is a collection of letters from a man who knows what it means to be forgiven and redeemed by his Saviour.

There seems to be some sort of (urban?) myth that working with the poor is especially ‘hard’. As if somehow in the pantheon of Christian ministry, ours stands alone as the really difficult one.

Pastor, fight against the pride that fuels the hunger for pastoral glory.