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2020
The Anchor of Christ in the Storm of Depression
[buzzsprout episode=’3303922′ player=’true’] Depression and anxiety are real. And, Christians aren’t immune to them. But, there is a difference in how we deal with it. How are Christians able to …
2020
Why Passion in Ministry Isn’t Enough
By Greg Mathias It is not uncommon for me to sit across the table from a friend, colleague, or student and hear stories of burnout, disillusionment, and just plain weariness …
2020
Family Milestones and Parent-Child Discipleship
By Seth Stewart There comes a point as a student pastor when you realize that no matter how loudly and clearly you preach the Gospel, the message your students hear …
2020
Good Shepherds Always Point Their Flocks to the Great Shepherd
Anyone who has been a pastor for more than two minutes has likely felt the burden of what it means to shepherd God’s flock. We’ve all felt the pastoral pressures …
2019
Living on Mission Where You Are (Shift 4 of 4)
By Mitch Jolly Shift 4: From Managing Projects to Leading Members Luke 10:1-12 When we can make these shifts from needs to assets, from programs to domain engagement, from working …
2019
Living on Mission Where You Are (Shift 3 of 4)
By Mitch Jolly Shift 3: From Working for the City to Working with the City This shift is one of relationship and expectations. In regard to the relationship, this shift …
2019
Living on Mission Where You Are (Shift 2 of 4)
By Mitch Jolly Shift 2: From Programs to Domain Engagement This second shift is more organizational than personal. In other words, if you are in church leadership, this shift should …
2019
6 Ways to Help Renew Your Mind & Prevent Drift in Ministry
Over the years, I have seen in my own life and in the lives of others, the following unfortunate mantra: “I am so busy with ministry to others that I …
2019
Is Ecclesiology Really Important to Youth Ministry?
“Hey man! Welcome to the Student Ministry! How are you?” “I’m good.” “Awesome. Is this your first time at church in a while, or have you been going somewhere else?” …
2016
Push and Pull the Gospel
Bobby Lane | 2 Corinthians 4 | Missions Conference Bobby Lane challenges us to evaluate how we are pushing or pulling the Gospel to those around us now, and how …