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Successful Christian Ministry
Today there are many tools and methods used in Christian ministry. Some are very helpful whereas others are very unhelpful. Sadly, many of these are designed to appeal to the desires of people. This method is often referred to as being “Seeker Sensitive”. Obviously we don’t ever want to use methods that are mean to people, but to tailor everyone around…
Paul’s Purpose Statement
The purpose statement of the apostle Paul’s ministry can be found in Colossians 1:28-29, “Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. For this I toil, struggling with all his energy that he powerfully works within me“. The ultimate goal of his ministry is to, “present…
Christ first, Family second, Church third – Really?
Christian, what place does the Lord Jesus Christ have in your life? Many have given a common answer indicating the order of priority, “Christ is first” and then they add, “my family is second, and the church is third”. Now I understand what most people mean…
A Man of God
O man of God, keep your eyes on the Lord
For it is only then you will receive your reward
How to Pray for your Pastor
The people of God are to be in prayer for all the saints (cf. Eph. 6:18). Such prayer obviously includes specific prayer for individuals. Paul regularly requested prayer for his ministry and evangelistic opportunities (Eph. 6:19-20; Col. 4:3-4; 1 Thess. 5:25; 2 Thess. 3:1). In taking time to pray for all the people of God, it is important that we are specific in what we…
Do you Serve in Ministry?
When is comes to serving the Lord in ministry, this is a concept that many have got wrong. Many are asked, “Are you serving in the church?” or “Do you have a ministry?” Usually, the person asking this question is looking for an answer like, “sure, I’m in the music team” or “yeah, I’m an usher”. Granted, these are…
The Importance and Influence of a Godly Woman
A godly woman is a precious and priceless gift of God. A woman shapes the way people speak, behave and even influence others. What makes a woman influential in a lasting and God honouring way is not her position, education, personality or background. The basis of her lasting influence is her character (Prov. 31:10-31). A godly woman is the best kind of woman to have…
The Work of the Pastor (Book Review)
This book is described by as a modern classic. It is filled with pearls of wisdom from a man who faithfully served in the ministry for over fifty years. Still speaks with boldness, clarity, care and wisdom.
Review of “The Juvenalization of American Christianity” by Thomas E. Bergler
There is a phenomenon in church life and practice which I have been troubled by for some time, but couldn’t put my finger on what it was. Why is that some pastors feel the need to address God in prayer as thought he’s his best mate? (“Hey God! We love you.”) Why do we sing praise to our Lord…
Family Before Ministry
We must kill the myth of the ‘super-pastor’, the one who is available to everyone at all times, for whatever need they have, no matter how small. This idea needs to be killed as the expectation of our congregations and it needs to be killed as the example to be strived for by those who lead our churches.
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