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Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance: Why Now Is the Time to Prepare for Easter

March 5, 2026 Randy Harp 0

You have probably heard the phrase, “Prior planning prevents poor performance.” It is usually shouted in locker rooms, printed on weight room walls, or repeated by coaches who are trying to prepare their teams for game day.

Let me be clear, Easter Sunday is not a performance. We are not putting on a show. We are proclaiming a risen Savior. But the principle still applies. […]

When Your View Doesn’t Match Your Vision

March 5, 2026 Randy Harp 0

When your view doesn’t match your vision. I heard that statement in a sermon recently and immediately wrote it down. It puts language to something every leader and every believer eventually feels.

There are seasons when what you see does not line up with what you believe God has shown you. Your view is what is right in front of you.
Your vision is what God has placed in your heart. And the two do not always match. […]

When Personal Integrity Becomes a Ministry Issue

January 30, 2026 Randy Harp 2

Most ministry failures do not begin with doctrinal compromise. They begin with personal compromise. More often than not, when a pastor’s ministry ends suddenly or painfully, the root cause is not theological drift but a moral failure of some sort. When that happens, the damage is never limited to one person. Families are affected. Churches are wounded. Communities are confused. And the testimony of the gospel suffers. […]

When Articles of Faith Become a Ministry Issue

January 29, 2026 Randy Harp 2

Across the country, churches are facing increasing questions, and in some cases, legal challenges related to their doctrinal convictions. Issues such as hiring practices, who may serve as volunteers, how church facilities may be used, what kind of counseling a church will provide, and even which weddings a pastor will or will not perform are no longer just ministry decisions, they are often being viewed through a legal lens. Which is why a church’s articles of faith are critically important. […]

When Church Governance Becomes a Ministry Issue

January 27, 2026 Randy Harp 3

Over the past few weeks, I have read about large churches in the United States experiencing major internal challenges, not over theology or morality, but over governance, specifically with authority and control. These situations are not just legal issues. They are ministry issues because they affect people, testimonies, and the mission of the local church. […]

Three Essentials for Growth

January 23, 2026 Randy Harp Comments Off

Growth doesn’t happen by accident. Whether it’s spiritual growth, leadership growth, or personal development, it always requires intentional effort. Many people want to grow, but they never build a plan for it. They admire growth […]

Why “What Does Your Church Do For Discipleship?” Is a Bad Question

August 27, 2025 Randy Harp 2

Discipleship is not one program of the church. It is the mission of the church. Every sermon, song, prayer, act of service, and relationship should form us into the image of Christ. The church exists to make disciples, so everything we do must reflect that calling. […]

Preparing for the New Year: A Guide for Pastors

January 1, 2025 Randy Harp Comments Off

Start the new year with purpose by planning key church events, crafting a meaningful preaching calendar, and balancing ministry with personal growth. From recognizing “big days” to hosting transformative seasonal events, this guide equips pastors with practical strategies to lead their congregations toward spiritual growth and organizational health in 2025. […]

15 Christmas Sermon Tips Every Preacher Needs

December 18, 2024 admin Comments Off

Peter Mead of BiblicalPreaching.net offers 15 practical Christmas sermon tips, from embracing familiar passages to exploring Old Testament prophecy. These insights help preachers connect the Incarnation to today’s world, making sermons relevant and impactful. Perfect for Christmas, this guide inspires creativity while staying true to the Gospel message. […]

Shepherding Leadership

August 14, 2024 Randy Harp Comments Off

In a world that often values power and prestige, the shepherding model of leadership offers a refreshing reminder that true leadership is about service, sacrifice, and steadfast commitment to the well-being of others. […]