Answered prayer creates faith, which in turn encourages more prayer.
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It is also often said that we should shun discussions about religion and politics, since they are often contentious. Yet silence would exclude too many matters that concern both the church and the state.
Brother pastor, whole-heartedly give yourself to the promotion of the glory of God in all aspects of your ministry. The promotion of God’s glory is correlated to your enjoyment of Him in the process. You and your people need both.
Learning to be a shepherd demands that, out of love for the flock, I put to death my natural heart propensities.
“The pastor’s primary task is to be a praying pastor who facilitates a praying church.”
This book offers pastors examples of long-term faithfulness in ministry and practical wisdom from veteran pastors for real-life issues.
When we remember how much he loved us by giving up his own Son for us, how can we doubt that our Father loves us in any and every situation of our life?
May we always remember that our family is our most important ministry.
Prayer is so fundamental to the life of the church that it is not a gift. It’s like breathing. It is not an option; it’s the engine.
This book encourages readers who grapple with feelings of failure and leads them to a deeper, fuller understanding of success in Christian ministry.
Every word of His proves true, even when you’re going through this season of loneliness.
By God’s grace, our families and our local churches will be strengthened for generations to come as we intentionally equip and mobilize grandparents for the glory of God.
Suffering puts Christ on display in ways that comfortable living cannot. Enduring pain in ministry makes Jesus shine brighter, which brings more hope to those I serve.
When congregations move from flaming arrows to nukes.
This 52-week field guide provides a thorough and practical training program for pastors, aspiring pastors, and church ministry leaders.
The following is an excerpt from “A Praying Church,” by Paul Miller, published by Modern Reformation. In it, Miller addresses the problem of prayerlessness, particularly in church leadership. This excerpt is part 1 of a four-part series in which Miller will address the importance of a praying church.
Pastors must not live for the approval and appreciation of their congregations. Whatever your congregation lacks in appreciation of you now will be more than made up for when you receive the Lord’s commendation.
For those who desire a church that sings well, the following suggestions are worth serious consideration.
Title of Book: A Praying Church: Becoming a People of Hope in a Discouraging World Author: Paul E. Miller Publisher: Crossway Books Year: 2023 About the Book: In our current culture, the church and prayer are often dismissed as irrelevant. But when believers gather and pray together, powerful things happen: the Spirit equips the saints …
Title of Book: Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life, Updated 20th Anniversary Edition Author: Donald S. Whitney Publisher: NavPress Year: 2014 About the Book: Spiritual discipline sounds great in theory, but putting it into practice takes time and determination. Updated and revised for a new generation, Whitney’s guide reveals the importance of the disciplines, shows …
