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Tag Archives: pastoral ministry
Jesus Loves Organized Religion
“I love Jesus, but I am not into organized religion.” Ever hear that before? I am sure you have. It is a common refrain among those who like to hold claim to Jesus in some way, but want to keep … Continue reading
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Caring About People
Danny Akin recently has offered his reflections on the life and ministry of Adrian Rogers. In sharing various lessons he learned from Dr. Rogers, Akin gave a wonderful picture of Rogers’ care and compassion for those he ministered to. Dr. Rogers taught me how … Continue reading
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The Saturday Post(s)
A Prayer for Those Who Often Fail in Praying. This is a great prayer, “about praying—seeking God’s forgiveness for praying poorly, and seeking God’s help to pray more powerfully and skillfully.” When Christians Know They Can Join With Roman Catholicism. … Continue reading
The Saturday Post(s)
The Best Pastor-Member Meeting Ever! There is an immense lesson for all of us to learn here. “I was glad to have the young people in our church. But these pastor-member meetings were getting on my nerves. The meetings were the same. The … Continue reading
How Not to Spiritually Shepherd Your Children
As a youth pastor, I have seen a wide spectrum of parents and their unique parenting strategies. Some have been good. Some have been bad. Some have been down right ugly. Although I don’t have any kids of my own and, therefore, have no … Continue reading
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Tagged children, parenting, parents, pastor, pastoral ministry, youth, youth ministry
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Twelve Reasons to Go to Church
A lot of Christians don’t know quite what to do with the church. Some say they are better off not going to church. Others think the church is an option for Christians if they want. Few would be as bold to … Continue reading
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Tagged church, church membership, communion, donald whitney, fellowship, pastoral ministry, preaching
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The Saturday Post(s)
Atheistic Morality. A brilliant display of what atheistic morality naturally looks like. Amy Hall sums it up well, “There is no “just as moral” here; we’re differently moral.” Ferguson Analysis. Justin Taylor offers a helpful look at the Ferguson controversy. “One … Continue reading
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Tagged atheism, college, evangelism, islam, lord's supper, pastor, pastoral ministry, puritan, racism, suicide, thomas goodwin
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The Saturday Post(s)
Lessons from the Creed. This is from one of my interns at our middle school ministry about what the Apostles’ Creed says about the nature of Christianity. Needless to say, I am proud. Jesus Calling. A very helpful look at … Continue reading
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Tagged christian living, church, church discipline, marriage, ministry, pastoral ministry, self discipline, self examination, suffering
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Don’t Despise a Small Ministry
In an interview, Pastor Mark Dever was asked this question: “What single bit of counsel has made the most significant difference in your (pastoral) leadership?” His answer has provided me with one of the most needed and sobering truths I have … Continue reading
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Tagged church, game changer, mark dever, ministry, pastor, pastoral ministry
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A Fierce Shepherd
Allow me to take you through a quick exercise. Pay attention to what image pops into your mind when you hear this next word. Are you ready? Alright, here’s the word… Shepherd. What pictures came into your mind? Most likely, the images you … Continue reading
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Tagged alastair roberts, church, jesus, pastor, pastoral ministry, shepherd, wolves
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