A Vivid Memory My mind’s eye can see the moment very clearly. 12/4/2022 is the date, I preached that Sunday morning then led business meeting in the evening. I can recall all of the eager faces seated around the table for the time as we went through several items of church business. As customary, I left the meeting so the church could vote, then I came back afterward to hugs … [Read more...] about Dear Young Pastor . . . Here Are A Few Thoughts After My First Year
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Dear Young Pastor . . . Be Intentional
Disciplined Like A Soldier Brethren, if we are to be faithful in the work of the ministry we must be intentionally focused on what Christ has called us to. There is no doubt that there are many different areas which could distract us. Our personal sin, laziness, or even an inability to properly prioritize can lead us to drift along instead of purposely pursing the path of … [Read more...] about Dear Young Pastor . . . Be Intentional
No . . . Churches Do Not Need “Women Pastors”
A Current Point of Controversy Over the last few weeks, the internet has raged with controversy over Saddleback church being kicked out of the Southern Baptist Convention. The issue primarily concerns that of whether or not women should be ordained to the work of pastoral ministry. I try to be selective as to what issues I address here on the blog considering that no one … [Read more...] about No . . . Churches Do Not Need “Women Pastors”