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Jonathan Leeman

Jonathan Leeman is an elder at Cheverly Baptist Church in suburban Washington, DC, editorial director for 9Marks, and the author of several books, including Authority: How Godly Rule Protects the Vulnerable, Strengthens Communities, and Promotes Human Flourishing.

The Great American Heartache: Why Romantic Love Collapses on Us

The Great American Heartache

Why Romantic Love Collapses on Us

Romantic love often sparks with intense passion before collapsing in loneliness and heartache — when it ultimately burns for self, not God.

What Authority Do Pastors Have? Eight Principles for Local Churches

What Authority Do Pastors Have?

Eight Principles for Local Churches

How we envision pastoral authority will shape more than a church’s decision-making. It will shape the church’s overall approach to discipleship and ministry.

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