“For if a man cannot manage his own household, how can he take care of God’s church?” – 1 Timothy 3:5 (NLT)
Sunday Scripture: Live Wisely
“So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.” – Ephesians 5:15-17 (NLT)
Six Ways God Grows You (Part 4 of 4)
In this four-part blog series, we’ve looked at the six primary ways God grows you and how to develop an effective personal growth plan anchored by four cornerstones. In last week’s post I shared the first two cornerstones. Here are the other two: Cornerstone #3: Seminars and Conferences Now there’s no shortage of conferences vying for your attendance. Be selective … Read More
10 Mistakes Churches Make at Christmastime
Today’s guest post comes to us from Jonathan Howe for ThomRainer.com. Christmas is a wonderful time of the year. Some would even say it’s the most wonderful time of the year. While it still has its wonderment, Christmastime has a tendency to be stressful as well—especially in the church. Unfortunately, stress can lead churches to plan poorly and make unnecessary … Read More
Six Ways God Grows You (Part 3 of 4)
Over the last couple weeks, we’ve taken a look at the call to prepare for ministry. Since we’ll never learn all there is to be learned about any subject, our preparation is an ongoing process. Now that we’ve looked at the six primary ways that God grows you, you can start to develop an effective personal growth plan anchored by … Read More
Sunday Scripture: Spend Your Time Wisely
“Another reason for right living is that you know how late it is; time is running out. Wake up, for the coming of our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.” – Romans 13:11 (NLT)
Six Ways God Grows You (Part 2 of 4)
In last week’s post, I mentioned that part of being an effective pastor and more fulfilled person is deciding to be a lifelong learner. Given this reality, creating a personal growth plan is key to fulfilling your calling. God has six primary ways of growing you which I started to share last week. Here are the remaining three ways: 4. God grows … Read More
Free Training: First Steps to Understanding the Bible
This is a great free online course from our friends at Our Daily Bread. A great refresher for Pastors and a perfect teaching to share with your elders, deacons or key leaders….or anyone in your church who wants to know more about the Bible. Check it out here: First Steps in Understanding the Bible Your partner in ministry, Nelson
Six Ways God Grows You (Part 1 of 4)
The call to ministry is the call to prepare — and preparation is an ongoing process. You will never learn all there is to be learned about any subject; you’ll never reach the pinnacle point in any area. Part of being an effective pastor and a more fulfilled person is deciding to be a lifelong learner. Personal growth always precedes … Read More
Sunday Scripture: Love Your Wife
“In the same way, you husbands must give honor to your wives. Treat her with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in God’s gift of new life. If you don’t treat her as you should, your prayers will not be heard.’” – 1 Peter 3:7 (NLT)