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Jun
07
AI for Sermon Prep: Your Study Partner (Not Your Ghostwriter)

AI for Sermon Prep: Your Study Partner (Not Your Ghostwriter)

You don’t need AI to write your sermon. But you’d be crazy not to let it help you prep it. Here’s how to use it as a study assistant without compromising your calling.
4 min read
May
31
The Gym Myth That’s Wasting Your Time and Stealing Your Gains

The Gym Myth That’s Wasting Your Time and Stealing Your Gains

Pastors keep falling for this gym myth— but what they really need is a simple, repeatable plan that works in real life.
3 min read
May
24
Which Pastor Personality Hits Flow State Fastest? (And Who’s Still Staring at Their To-Do List)

Which Pastor Personality Hits Flow State Fastest? (And Who’s Still Staring at Their To-Do List)

Ever wonder why some pastors hit their stride in deep work while others are still alphabetizing their sermon notes? The answer might be less about willpower—and more about wiring.
3 min read
May
17
Inflammation: The Silent Saboteur of the Optimized Life

Inflammation: The Silent Saboteur of the Optimized Life

Most pastors are fighting an invisible enemy that’s draining their energy, fogging their minds, and quietly shortening their ministry. It’s called inflammation—and it might be the real reason you feel burned out, even when you’re getting enough sleep.
3 min read
May
10
7 Surprising Proofs That You’re Not Even Close to Peak Productivity

7 Surprising Proofs That You’re Not Even Close to Peak Productivity

Most pastors are running at half-throttle and don’t even know it. Here are 7 surprising proofs that you’ve got far more productive potential under the hood—just waiting to be unleashed. It might help you hit the "88 mph" you've been wanting to experience.
4 min read
May
03
Most Pastors Blow This One Hour After Church—Here’s How to Fix It

Most Pastors Blow This One Hour After Church—Here’s How to Fix It

Most pastors hit a wall after church—and it’s not just from preaching. This simple meal plan shows you exactly what to eat post-service to recover faster, feel sharper, and hit Monday with momentum.
3 min read
Apr
26
Own Your First Hour: 3 Morning Hour Frameworks That Actually Work for Pastors

Own Your First Hour: 3 Morning Hour Frameworks That Actually Work for Pastors

Most pastors assume they’re starting their mornings right—but the reality looks a lot messier. In this post, I’m sharing 3 practical "power hour" frameworks I’m suggesting (and testing) to help reclaim the first hour and lead the day with clarity and purpose.
4 min read
Apr
19
The Resurrection Code for Pastors: Discipline, Death, and the New You

The Resurrection Code for Pastors: Discipline, Death, and the New You

The Resurrection Day pattern reveals a key to unlocking the focused, energized, optimized life and ministry God intended for you.
4 min read
Apr
12
The Pastor as an Athlete: 5 Ways To ABT (Always Be Training)

The Pastor as an Athlete: 5 Ways To ABT (Always Be Training)

Most pastors don’t think of themselves as athletes—but maybe they should. Because the same daily discipline that builds physical stamina can also protect your energy, extend your ministry, and help you finish strong.
4 min read
Apr
05
The 4 Words That Could Finally Fix Your Habits, Energy, and Schedule—for Good

The 4 Words That Could Finally Fix Your Habits, Energy, and Schedule—for Good

Most pastors miss this powerful biblical principle for breaking old habits or creating new ones. The real transformation begins with four unexpected words that shift everything.
4 min read