A pdf of this 169 page manual is presently available for download. In reading you will discern some differences between the Presbyterian Church of Australia and the Presbyterian Church of Canada. Because of our shared heritage and structure there are also many similarities. The manual is well laid out and very comprehensive. If the PCA …
At C.J. Mahaney’s Sovereign Grace Ministries blog Jeff Purswell writes about his concerns regarding the modern day phenomenon of the preacher/leader and how this may lead to confusion regarding the pastor’s biblical role. While not decrying the need for planning among the eldership of a local church, Purswell wants preachers to remember: “When we think …
I like these questions from Timmy Brister. They are insightful, but don’t just set you up to bury your head in your hands and cry out: ‘I’ve/We’ve failed; I’ve/We’ve failed.’ They actually point to positive and constructive patterns of church life. 1. If our church would cease to exist in our city, would it be …
Critics are a dime a dozen. There is no Spiritual gift that simply results in pointing out shortcomings and failings. Any idiot can point out that something is wrong. That’s not a skill, it’s pointing out the obvious. Christian maturity doesn’t just see the weakness, it discerns the correct path towards strengthening and is prepared …
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