One Sunday, I remember looking out at the congregation of more than 1,000 people that I had the privilege of ministering truth to each week. There was John, a recent convert. He was divorced and single. He had come out of a totally secular environment but was eager, inquisitive and loaded questions. He was sorting… Continue reading I PREACH TO FIVE CONGREGATIONS EVERY SUNDAY
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WHAT THE BOARD CAN EXPECT FROM THE PASTOR!
In response to an earlier post, What I Tell My Board Each Year, I have received a comment suggesting I write a mirror article – “What my board can expect from me!” I appreciate the comment and suggestion. Here’s the result. After 45 years of ministry, many as a district and national church leader, I… Continue reading WHAT THE BOARD CAN EXPECT FROM THE PASTOR!
What I Tell My Board Each Year
1. I expect you to be a people of prayer. Ministry can only function in an atmosphere of prayer. Problems are solved by prayer. Personality conflict issues are dealt with in prayer. God speaks and guides through prayer. Corporate prayer needs to be coupled with private prayer. 2. I expect you to be a people… Continue reading What I Tell My Board Each Year