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The Next Generation
Churches and pastors need to recognize that investing in the next generation of leaders is not just a necessity; it’s…
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Church Planting Ministry Helps Personal Growth
Signal vs. Noise
Successful entrepreneurs in the business world understand the many distractions in their business, referred to as noise. Noise is complaints,…
Church Planting Ministry Helps Personal Growth Spiritual Growth
Overcoming the Fear of Man
Spirit-empowered preaching should inspire, encourage, and educate, while also correcting and rebuking, as instructed in 2 Timothy 4:2. Sermons should…
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Investing for Retirement – Part 2
Length of time is the most important aspect of preparing for the future. At some point every preacher will face…
Ministry Helps Personal Growth Practical
Investing for Retirement – Part 1
I am not a licensed or qualified investment adviser. However, I started saving from my early years in the ministry,…
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Emotional Stress
The ministry requires physical, spiritual, and emotional stamina. Physically there are building projects, canvassing, long hours, as well as other strenuous…
Church Planting Ministry Helps Personal Growth Practical
Lessons from the Farm
I learned a lot of lessons while growing up on a farm in Indiana. In addition to the work on…
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Three Suggestions for a Young Pastor
Often, I am asked for suggestions from young pastors. Seeking advice is a good thing. I have a great desire…
Ministry Helps Personal Growth
Brain Fog
Brain fog, who hasn’t been there? It can affect the best of preachers. The pressures of the ministry conflict with…
Church Planting Ministry Helps Personal Growth
Close the Gate
While growing up on a farm I learned many practical lessons. One of those lessons was the importance closing a…