The things you and I create at work have the power to reveal things about the Creator God.
As a rookie pastor who’s been in pastoral ministry for the past 10-plus years, here are some thoughts in response to the world's view that pastoring is strange.
Unfinished business has a way of becoming a bigger problem to solve. Little David had to face Giant Goliath because Joshua left one important task undone.
I don’t know about you, but it is hard for me to boast about nothing. Maybe I’m just an excitable, exuberant guy, but I think all of us feel the need to boast in or praise something.
And why should they turn on their headlights when visiting your church?
Richard Blackaby reviews Shaping History Through Prayer and Fasting, by Derek Prince.
In a recent episode of the StrongTeams.com podcast, hosts Steve NeSmith and Rodney Cox interviewed bestselling author and podcaster Chris Bolinger. He had much wisdom to share about avoiding sinful pride and cultivating humility. These are essential lessons for leaders in any field, but especially for those leading in ministry contexts.
How do we see and experience the maximum expression of God’s love today?
Jesus made it clear that he won’t force his best on us. He also described how life involves choices. Not everyone chooses well. I pray that in the days ahead you will choose the narrow way. Perhaps the hard way. But the path that leads to life.
Notice how Jesus fulfills each of the characteristics of an effective counselor.
One of the biggest communication issues many of us face is truly listening to people rather than simply waiting for a long enough pause for us to be able to spew out our opinions (and if a pause doesn’t come, we just butt in regardless).
As a pastor, the past mistakes can truly haunt us, and feels like they can destroy our very being. Yet, be encouraged, you are purchased and redeemed by Christ who came and died for you.
Our sinful hearts create an inner self that looks after its own.
These words and these instructions help us check ourselves for spiritual development. The longer and the closer we walk with God, the more these words ring true. We can use these terms to gauge the spiritual maturity of those who are leaders or seek positions of leadership.
A significant factor that instills ministry resiliency is a keen awareness that God called you to your current position. Remembering your call makes you hesitant to leave and keeps you from bailing out when the going gets rough.
God’s simple instructions of being thankful produce extravagant results.
Many leaders begin their careers or new jobs with a great surge of energy, excitement and anticipation. But what do you do when the energy starts to wane?
My challenge to you is to add another venue to your mission mind set – your workplace. There you will find people that look very much like you look. But do not let appearances lull you into an assumption that you and your coworkers share a common belief in Jesus Christ.
The greatest thing you can offer for your pastor and staff is to pray for them. Church leaders are ready to lead forward. Pastors are eager to get back in the groove. Here are seven ways you can be praying for them today.
Motivation is intrinsic; whatever we hunger for works for us.
