Jon Quitt
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Prominent Pastor’s Recent Suicide Proves the Church Doesn’t Quite Get It
To say I was heartbroken to hear about Inland Hills Church pastor Andrew Stoecklein taking his own life last weekend would be an understatement. Heartbroken, but not surprised. Not because I knew Andrew. As his story hit the media Friday, it was the first time I’d even heard of Inland Hills Church or of Andrew’s …
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5 Ways to Respond When Your Pastor Falls
In recent days, there has been no shortage of high-profile pastor fails. If you don’t follow the news sites that record the commentary on such things, you haven’t missed out on anything. Most of these are men you have never heard of; never been to their churches; never read their books. Frankly, all of these …
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5 Things Your Pastor Wished You Knew
I have a special place in my heart for pastors. It makes sense. If I were a mechanic, maybe I’d have a soft spot for those who turn wrenches. But I’m a pastor and because of that, I have a deep affection for those who shepherd in the local church. Partly because pastoring is often …
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Dear Christian, Don’t Waste Halloween
Halloween is a strange day for Christians. A wide array of convictions are held concerning Oct. 31. For many, it stirs up images of ghosts and witches and sacrificial ceremonies that find their genesis in the occult. It is the one day of the year that is a reminder of a very real devil and …