Every day, each one of us as Christ-followers steps into the world having been called to participate in the ministry of Jesus. We meet challenges both within and without as we endeavor to be faithful to our calling. One of the challenges that I face each day is not allowing the mundane, the boring, and… Continue reading As You Consider Your Place in the World…
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An Interview With Lynn Anderson (Part 2 of 2)
The following is the second part of an interview with Lynn Anderson, director of MentorNetwork. Lynn is an author, long time minister, and an encourager/mentor to many. This interview is simply a sample of his ministry as he reflects on staying fresh for the long haul. (You can find Part 1 here.) Next Monday, I… Continue reading An Interview With Lynn Anderson (Part 2 of 2)
An Interview With Lynn Anderson — (Part 1 of 2)
The following is the first part of a two part interview that I did recently with Lynn Anderson of MentorNetwork. Lynn Anderson has been a significant mentor to me for many years. From him I have learned so much about what it means to follow Jesus, live with authenticity, and live out my calling as… Continue reading An Interview With Lynn Anderson — (Part 1 of 2)
Your Life is Your Ministry
In front of me are the first two issues of a new journal. The journal is entitled "Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care." One of the first articles I read was by Keith Meyer (Church of the Open Door, Maple Grove, Minnesota). Meyer wrote a few paragraphs that I found nourishing and encouraging. For… Continue reading Your Life is Your Ministry
41 Things Ministers Ought to Know (Part 3 of 4)
The following is the continuation of a list I have written regarding what ministers need to know. These are in no particular order in terms of priority. (You can read part 1 here and part two here.) I have found each one of these to be very important not only to one who might serve… Continue reading 41 Things Ministers Ought to Know (Part 3 of 4)
41 Things Ministers Ought to Know (Part 2 of 4)
The following is the continuation of a list I have written regarding what ministers need to know. (You can read part 1 here.) I have found each one of these to be very important not only to one who might serve a church in some form of ministry but also to any Christian in his… Continue reading 41 Things Ministers Ought to Know (Part 2 of 4)
41 Things Ministers Ought to Know (Part 1 of 4)
What do Christian ministers need to know? Specifically, I am speaking of people who might be on the staff of a church participating in some form of Christian ministry. Regardless of your role, I believe these principles are important to know about ministry in general. A form of this list originally appeared here almost… Continue reading 41 Things Ministers Ought to Know (Part 1 of 4)
Five Ways To Undermine Your Calling
The other day I heard someone refer to a situation in a church in which the minister had apparently been guilty of some kind of immoral behavior. Sometimes ministers and other church leaders have behaved in ways that completely go against what we have been called to be. In doing so, we sacrifice a very… Continue reading Five Ways To Undermine Your Calling
Four Critical Keys to Being a Parent (or Minister)
There are times when I know that my daughters are reading this blog. There are other times that they probably aren’t. (Do they really want to hear their dad talk more?) Regardless, I have to admit that I often write these words thinking about their reaction. Sometimes having them in mind seems to help me… Continue reading Four Critical Keys to Being a Parent (or Minister)
Getting Back to the Center (Part 1)
This week, I have posted very little as I am transitioning from a PC to a Mac. For about three days this week, I have not had access to either my new or the old computer. Anyway, the transition phase of this is almost over. Thanks for your patience. In the meantime, several people in… Continue reading Getting Back to the Center (Part 1)