From a longer post by Thom Rainer: When Entitlement Comes to Church If there is one place where entitlement should be anathema, it is the local church. Remember the reason Jesus came to earth? “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life – …
A great post by Zack Eswine, who points out that in a world that values speed and productivity, the pastor’s skill set really revolves around endurance and generosity of spirit. Finding our “Game Speed” as Pastors “I want you to practice at game speed!” the coach shouted. As his voice echoed and bounced off of …
Lots of people pray for me. And I’m very thankful for that. If you’re one of those R.W. Glenn provides some helpful ways you can pray for me (or your own pastor): 1. That the gospel would be the focal point of my life and identity – not manhood, not being a husband, not being …
Mark Altrogge gives some wide advice about giving advice: A few years ago I shared a challenge I was having with one of my children with a friend of mine, CB, who helps care for our church. I so appreciated his first response. He asked, “Mark, how are you doing?” Before you start giving advice …
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