I am not currently a pastor. What would I try to do now, as opposed to some years ago, if I were a pastor? The following is a no-order, “off top of the head” list:          • I would pray more. Perfunctory and public prayer are not enough to sustain spiritual life in anyone. I would attempt to talk to God about everything that concerns me and would have a particular place to pray privately and devotionally daily. I would publicly bend my knees in worship and invite others to join ...