Being In Ministry

Author : Jason K. Allen
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802494634

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Discerning Your Call to Ministry by Jason K. Allen Pdf

“The church has needed this book for a long time.” — Russell Moore If you are considering the ministry, there are two mistakes to avoid. The first is taking up a calling that isn’t yours. The second is neglecting one that is. Discerning Your Call to Ministry will help you know the difference. A tool for seminary students, pastors-in-training, and even current pastors, it serves to confirm or prompt deep thought about the calling to ministry through 10 probing questions, including: Do you desire the ministry? Does your church affirm your calling? Do you love the people of God? Are you willing to surrender? Pastoral dropout rates are high, and seminary admission rates are declining—signs that many of us don’t quite know what we’re signing ourselves up for. Author Jason Allen, a former pastor and the president of North America’s fastest growing seminary, gives readers a better picture of the calling. Presenting a series of diagnostic questions informed by Scripture, church history, and his own experience, he helps those seeking ordination or ministry positions make confident decisions about their service to God, one way or the other.

Author : Carey Nieuwhof
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780735291362

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At Your Best by Carey Nieuwhof Pdf

“A perceptive and practical book about why our calendars so rarely reflect our priorities and what we can do to regain control.”—ADAM GRANT “Carey’s book will help you reorganize your life. And then you can share a copy with someone you care about.”—SETH GODIN You deserve to stop living at an unsustainable pace. An influential podcaster and thought leader shows you how. Overwhelmed. Overcommitted. Overworked. That’s the false script an inordinate number of people adopt to be successful. Does this sound familiar: ● Slammed is normal. ● Distractions are everywhere. ● Life gets reduced to going through the motions. Tired of living that way? At Your Best gives you the strategies you need to win at work and at home by living in a way today that will help you thrive tomorrow. Influential podcast host and thought leader Carey Nieuwhof understands the challenges of constant pressure. After a season of burnout almost took him out, he discovered how to get time, energy, and priorities working in his favor. This approach freed up more than one thousand productive hours a year for him and can do the same for you. At Your Best will help you ● replace chronic exhaustion with deep productivity ● break the pattern of overpromising and never accomplishing enough ● clarify what matters most by restructuring your day ● master the art of saying no, without losing friends or influence ● discover why vacations and sabbaticals don’t really solve your problems ● develop a personalized plan to recapture each day so you can break free from the trap of endless to-dos Start thriving at work and at home as you discover how to be at your best.

Author : Bobby Jamieson
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433576683

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The Path to Being a Pastor by Bobby Jamieson Pdf

A man who's been transformed by Christ and desires to preach the gospel might say he feels called to be a pastor. This personal conviction, while heartfelt, doesn't acknowledge important, challenging steps necessary to be a qualified leader. So where should full-time ministry begin? In The Path to Being a Pastor, Bobby Jamieson explains why it's better to emphasize "aspiration" over "calling" as men pursue the office of elder and encourages readers to make sure they are pastorally gifted before considering the role. He shares from his own eleven-year experience preparing to be a pastor by walking potential leaders through different stages of ministry training, from practical steps—such as cultivating godly ambition and leadership, observing healthy churches, and mastering Scripture—to personal advice on building a strong family and succeeding in seminary. Emphasizing the importance of prayer, godly counsel, and immersion in the local church, Jamieson encourages men to ask Am I qualified? instead of Am I called? when considering a life in ministry.

Author : Edmund P. Clowney
Publisher : P & R Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1976-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0875521444

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Called to the Ministry by Edmund P. Clowney Pdf

What is Christ's calling to you? You may be seeking an answer; you may be avoiding the question, but when the Lord calls, he will be answered. God's call came suddenly to Elisha; he was plowing a field when Elijah cast the prophet's mantle on him. Levi was in a toll booth, and Peter held a fishing net when Jesus called them. But how does the Lord call today? You have not been blinded by a heavenly light on the road to Damascus, but you are ready to say with Saul of Tarsus, "Lord, what wouldst thou have me to do?" How does the Lord answer that question? - Introduction.

Author : R. Kent Hughes,Barbara Hughes
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2008-01-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433521010

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Liberating Ministry from the Success Syndrome by R. Kent Hughes,Barbara Hughes Pdf

Every year thousands of God's servants leave the ministry convinced they are failures. Years ago, in the midst of a crisis of faith, Kent Hughes almost became one of them. But instead he and his wife Barbara turned to God's Word, determined to learn what God had to say about success and to evaluate their ministry from a biblical point of view. This book describes their journey and their liberation from the "success syndrome"-the misguided belief that success in ministry means increased numbers. In today's world it is easy to be seduced by the secular thinking that places a number on everything. But the authors teach that true success in ministry lies not in numbers but in several key areas: faithfulness, serving, loving, believing, prayer, holiness, and a Christlike attitude. Their thoughts will encourage readers who grapple with feelings of failure and lead them to a deeper, fuller understanding of success in Christian ministry. This book was originally published by Tyndale in 1987 and includes a new preface.

Author : Paul David Tripp
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2012-10-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433535857

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Dangerous Calling by Paul David Tripp Pdf

After traveling the globe and speaking to thousands of churches worldwide, Paul David Tripp has discovered a serious problem within pastoral culture. He is not only concerned about the spiritual life of the pastor, but also with the very community of people that trains him, calls him, relates to him, and restores him if necessary. Dangerous Calling reveals the truth that the culture surrounding our pastors is spiritually unhealthy—an environment that actively undermines the wellbeing and efficacy of our church leaders and thus the entire church body. Here is a book that both diagnoses and offers cures for issues that impact every member and church leader, and gives solid strategies for fighting the all-important war that rages in our churches today.

Author : Derek J. Prime,Alistair Begg
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802490735

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On Being a Pastor by Derek J. Prime,Alistair Begg Pdf

The ministry of pastors is not simply a job; it’s a vocation and a lifestyle. A pastor’s responsibilities are unique, demanding that he not only nurture his own spiritual life but also the lives of those in his care. What a challenge this can be! Derek Prime and Alistair Begg provide practical advice for both the spiritual and practical aspects of pastoral ministry. They delve deep into topics such as prayer, devotional habits, preaching, studying, and specific ministry duties. The result is an essential tool for those in pastoral ministry.

Author : Zack Eswine
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2012-11-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433520990

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Sensing Jesus by Zack Eswine Pdf

This is a book about the behind-the-scenes reality of a life in ministry. It tells you what Zack Eswine wishes somebody else would’ve told him. With over 20 years of experience in ministry, Zack shares with incredible honesty about his own failures, burnout, and pain, all the while addressing the complexities of leadership decisions, church discipline, family dynamics, and so on. Presenting sound pastoral theology couched in autobiographical musings and powerful prose, this book offers a fresh and biblically faithful approach to the care of souls, including your own.

Author : Dave Harvey
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433527517

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Am I Called? (Foreword by Matt Chandler) by Dave Harvey Pdf

Many men have the skills to lead a church, but only some are called. Dave Harvey helps men considering pastoral ministry to see God's active role in the process of discerning their calling. God's Word offers a clear framework for evaluating one's call, especially within the context of community. Harvey offers six diagnostic questions to help prospective pastors process their calling, and what they should be doing now if they aren't sure. Illustrated with personal and historical stories, Harvey explores biblical and practical principles for determining the pastoral call. Over the past twenty-four years of ministry, Harvey has enjoyed assisting many men in discerning whether they are called into ministry. This book will guide you through that all-important process with wisdom and confidence in God's faithfulness in your life.

Author : Thabiti M. Anyabwile
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433529924

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Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons by Thabiti M. Anyabwile Pdf

This book lays out an application-intensive approach to seeking out and developing qualified church leaders. Thoughtful analysis of key passages in Acts and 1 Timothy are balanced with practical action points in a contemporary context.

Author : Ray Ortlund
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433576720

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The Death of Porn by Ray Ortlund Pdf

ECPA Christian Book Award Finalist Your Battle against Porn Isn't about Porn. It's about Hope. Pornography may seem inescapable, but God can free us from its destructive power. The gospel replaces the dehumanizing lies of pornography with this surprising truth: God created us as royalty. How then can we reclaim our God-given identity to take a stand against—and ultimately starve—the predatory porn industry? In The Death of Porn, Ray Ortlund writes six personal letters, as from a father to his son. Ideal for individuals and small groups, it will give hope to men who have been misled by porn into devaluing themselves and others. Through Scripture and personal stories, Ortlund assures readers that God loves them the most tenderly in their moments of deepest shame. The Death of Porn inspires men to come together in new ways to fight the injustice of porn and build a world of nobility for every man and woman—for the sake of future generations.

Author : Buddy Bell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2019-03-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1680313606

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Ministry of Helps by Buddy Bell Pdf

The Ministry of Helps Handbook by Buddy Bell is a unique combination of teaching, seminar guidelines and answers to often-asked questions. This useful and complete book provides pastors, and members with the tools and insights to restore the ministry of helps to their church.

Author : Dr. Buddy Bell
Publisher : Destiny Image Publishers
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2010-01-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781606830420

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Ministry of Helps Handbook, Revised and Updated by Dr. Buddy Bell Pdf

Helps: Having Enough Loving People Serving! Churches need the ministry of helps. The time has come for church members to begin doing the work for the ministry, and let the pastors return to being what they have been called to do - be spokesmen for Jesus. Finally, a book filled with useful information for many: Ushers Greeters Nursery Workers Counselors All areas of your Church's Ministry of Helps! The Ministry of Helps Handbook, Revised and Updated by Buddy Bell is a unique combination of teaching, seminar guidelines and answers to often-asked questions. This useful and complete book provides pastors, and members, with the tools and insights to restore the ministry of helps to their church. Some features include: Easy-to-apply instructions to transform your helps ministry Anointed teaching to improve faithfulness Keys to the Biblical basis for the ministry of helps A three-week, five-day seminar outline Answers to common questions about the ministry of helps "Our Church is indebted to him for laying the foundation of helps in the early years. Imagine a whole army of helpers and servers in a local church that is stirred, challenged and anointed." - Jospeh Prince, Senior Pastor of New Creation Church, Singapore "We appreciate all the hours of work that Buddy Bell has put into our ministry of helps to make it one of outstanding excellence. God bless you are you continue to instill quality and superiority into ministries around the nation." - Joel Osteen, Lakewood Church, Houston, TX "This Ministry of Helps training is not only for the United States. He motivates Christians to be involved in church, to serve. This teaching is profoundly needed across all borders and cultures." - Robert Barriger, Lead Pastor of Camino de Vida, Lima, Peru

Author : Michael McGarry
Publisher : Randall House Publications
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2019-05-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1614840962

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A Biblical Theology of Youth Ministry: Teenagers in the Life of the Church by Michael McGarry Pdf

Michael McGarry explores the foundation of youth ministry in the Old and New Testaments and brings that together with Church history in a compelling way. McGarry presents a thorough biblical framework to think about youth ministry as the church's expression of partnership with the family for co-evangelizing and co-discipling the next generation.

Author : Witness Lee
Publisher : Living Stream Ministry
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1997-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780870839146

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Life-Study of Genesis by Witness Lee Pdf