First Flock: Honoring Family in the Midst of Ministry
When ministry strains home life, what can we do? This post explores how gospel-shaped soul care renews our hearts, homes, and the ministry that flows from them.
Beyond Relief: Knowing the God of Peace in Our Anxiety
When anxiety strikes, God offers more than relief—He offers Himself. Learn how to walk from fear to faith with the peace of God and the God of peace.
When the Shepherd Needs a Shepherd: Soul Care for Ministry Leaders
Feeling poured out in ministry? Explore six lies that keep leaders from help and ideas for practical pathways to care.
Christ Our Wisdom: Resting in God’s Good Purposes (mini-retreat)
A mini-retreat built around the song Christ Our Wisdom. Pause, reflect, and find rest in the God who sees, knows, and lovingly rules over all.
When You’re Too Busy to Stop (and Too Tired to Keep Going)
Ministry leaders often care for others while neglecting their own souls. Learn how gospel rest strengthens you to serve from fullness, not fumes.
From Solo Shepherding to Shared Stewardship: Building a Culture of Care in the Local Church
Move from ministry overload to shared care. Learn how to build a gospel-shaped culture where every member serves, supports, and helps the church thrive.
When Discouragement Lingers: How to Walk with Others (and Yourself) Through Seasons of Weariness
Discouragement touches us all. Learn how to respond with grace—whether you're weary or walking with someone who is—in the hope of the gospel.
Abiding in Christ: A Personal Union with Corporate Impact
Discover how your personal connection with Christ can strengthen and nourish the whole body of believers. Practical steps to help you live out John 15:4-5 in everyday life and ministry.
Waiting, Weeping, and Hoping: Three Reflections for Holy Saturday
Don’t skip Holy Saturday. These three guided retreats help you rest, grieve, and hope in Christ as you wait between His death and resurrection.
From Helpless to Hopeful: How Gospel-Centered Counseling Builds Up the Body of Christ
When advice falls flat and Scripture feels trite, biblical counseling offers hope. Learn how it equips the whole church to care wisely and well.
Building a Reproducing Ministry, One Disciple at a Time
Equipping others isn’t about programs—it’s about people. Learn how to disciple faithfully and fruitfully, one intentional relationship at a time.
Not Just Pastors: Why Your Role in the Church Matters
Discover practical ways to build unity and maturity in your church as a lay leader. Learn how to engage in fellowship, serve with your gifts, pray for your leaders, and live out the gospel in your daily life. Your role in the church is vital to its growth and health
Growing Up Into Christ: Returning to His Vision for the Church
In the busyness of ministry, it’s easy to drift from Christ’s greater vision for His church. This post is a shared reset—for pastors, leaders, and OakHaven—to realign with our calling: to equip the saints to grow up into Christ, together.
Dear Ministry Leader, The Gospel Is for You Too
The Gospel is not just for the unsaved or for those we serve. It is for you and for me. Today. All the time. This post shares resources for preaching the gospel to ourselves everyday even as we serve others for Christ.
5 Ways to Support Your Ministry Leaders
Endurance in ministry is provided by God but also aided by the support their members give them. Here are five ways to come alongside and encourage those who lead your ministry.
How To Lead From Where You Are: For Those Who Are Not Ministry Leaders
Leadership is not reserved only for those with the titles. We are all ambassadors for Christ, called to represent Him as we make disciples. How do we steward this influence with those around us?
Soul Care Toolbox: Five Skills to Develop as We Care For Others
Caring for the growth of others is one sign of our own sanctification. Here are five skills to develop as we seek to walk with others in their journey of growth.
How Our Sanctification Impacts the Growth of Others: Takeaways from How Does Sanctification Work? by David Powlison
Sanctification describes the process of growing into the likeness of Christ. Three ideas from David Powlison’s book, How Does Sanctification Work? and how our sanctification impacts the growth of others.
He Said/She Said: How Do You Grow?
Join us in this inaugural conversation as we talk about the importance of growth in our own spiritual lives as leaders.
A Little (More) About Us
Since we are just starting out this blog, we thought we’d take a little time to share a little more about ourselves beyond our little blurb on our About page.