Pursuing Transformation Any pastor knows that the work of the ministry is multi-faceted with several differing needs arising over the course of any week. Just as soon as the call to visit a couple who had their first baby comes, another comes in that an elderly saint has just been called home to their reward. Marriages occur in the life of the church, as does marital … [Read more...] about Dear Young Pastor . . . Don’t Forget Your Call To Grow
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Dear Young Pastor . . . Do Not Lose Heart
Walking The Path With Warm Hearts The countless hours spent pouring over the text of Scripture in sermon preparation. Long conversations striving to give biblical wisdom to others dealing with painful life issues. Witnessing in one-on-one conversations behind the scenes. Walking through all of the administrative and oversight issues of the local church. Pastor, you know as … [Read more...] about Dear Young Pastor . . . Do Not Lose Heart
Dear Young Pastor . . . Don’t Forget Patience
Doctrines, Changes, and Leaky Boats My primary objective today is to write a post for my fellow young pastors and theologians. Men whom I am grateful for, praise God for, and look forward to working with over the course of my life. Those faithful few men embarking on the grand journey of a lifetime of ministry with all of its ups and downs, joyous as well as difficult … [Read more...] about Dear Young Pastor . . . Don’t Forget Patience
A HIGHER CALLING: The Problem of Consumerism, FOMO, and “Branding” Culture for the Church
Cultural Difficulties The work of practical Christian missions begins with understanding the culture of the people group one is working to reach. I have been blessed to be called to minister to the people in the River Valley of Arkansas. In many ways, I have an advantage in understanding the culture that I am ministering to because it is the very culture in which I was … [Read more...] about A HIGHER CALLING: The Problem of Consumerism, FOMO, and “Branding” Culture for the Church
What To Look For When Choosing A Seminary
The Adventure of Choosing A Seminary Perhaps you, or someone you know, is in that special season of life trying to decide which institution would be the best for them to obtain a seminary education. I am turning the corner about to finish my Master of Theological Studies degree looking to have it on my completion list by June of this year. After that point, Lord willing, I … [Read more...] about What To Look For When Choosing A Seminary