Healthy Pastors Leading Health Churches
J. Oswald Sanders describes the process of qualifying as spiritual leaders: Spiritual leaders are not made by election or appointment, by men or any combination of men, nor by conferences or synods. Only God can make them. Simply holding a position of importance does not constitute one a leader, nor do taking courses in leadership or … [Read more...]
I believe that scripture teaches that we should always be willing and ready to share our faith with those around us. We place such a huge emphasis on people in our churches sharing the gospel. I think this should be a part of not just our ‘church’ culture but a daily emphasis in the life of every believer. We should want to tell … [Read more...]
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP) -- The popular Bible verse "John 3:16" is seen often at sporting events and throughout popular culture, but do Americans even know what it's referencing? A new survey suggests they do. The Barna Group poll conducted for the American Bible Society asked U.S. adults: "When you hear the phrase 'John three sixteen' … [Read more...]
For the last week I have enjoyed reading several essays concerning missions in, Mission Shift, the new book edited by Ed Stetzer and David J. Hesselgrave. This blog post will be one of many as part of a conversation on missiology that I will be participating over the next few weeks. The first group of essays focuses on defining … [Read more...]
Spurgeon said it best: “If sinners will be damned, at least let them leap to Hell over our bodies. And if they will perish, let them perish with our arms about their knees, imploring them to stay. If Hell must be filled, at least let it be filled in the teeth of our exertions, and let not one go there unwarned and unprayed … [Read more...]
As I write this blog, it’s difficult for me to contain my emotions. God is so faithful. Please understand me. Jesus being faithful doesn’t mean life is easy, nor that I understand what He’s doing in the midst of uncertainty. What I mean is this: God, our glorious Father, is faithful to exalt His wondrous, eternal Son by … [Read more...]
One of the secrets of growth at Saddleback Church is that we usespecial days as an evangelism tool and to keep our members motivated toward the growth of our congregation. In a sense, Saddleback Church was built around three days each year: Easter, Christmas, and Mother’s Day. Here are some reasons we plan for growth during … [Read more...]
“When Jesus heard this, he said, ‘Healthy people don’t need a doctor—sick people do.’ Then he added, ‘Now go and learn the meaning of this Scripture: “I want you to show mercy, not offer sacrifices.” For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.’” Matthew 9:12-13 … [Read more...]
"While we might bemoan the events occurring in the world today, we need to see these moments as God moments. This is a special defining moment for the church to become awakened spiritually, resulting in an awakening of telling every person in the world about Jesus Christ and making disciples of all the nations." SPRINGDALE, Ark. (BP) … [Read more...]
The first step to get a church to grow again, to get a declining church to grow, or to get a growing church to grow more, is to redefine your purpose. Go back and rediscover the original vision of the church and say, “Why are we doing what we’re doing?” Growing churches have a clear-cut identity. They’re precise in their purpose. … [Read more...]
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