Here are some books I’m reading for ministry. These books are related to church leadership, theology, and/or general pastoral ministry. Some of these books I have yet to get to, but plan on reading once I finish the semester. Dunlop, Jamie. Budgeting for a Healthy Church: Aligning Finances with Biblical Priorities for Ministry. Grand Rapids: … More Things I’m Reading for Ministry and Fun (May 2019)
Here are some commentaries I work through (some in more thorough ways than others) as I preach through 1 Timothy. At the end, I’ll bullet point a few things that I’m learning. Keep in mind that, at this time, I would have only finished chapter 1. Mounce, William D. Pastoral Epistles. World Biblical Commentary, … More Things I’m Reading for Preaching (May 2019)
John MacArthur (affectionately called “J-Mac” at our church) is celebrating 50 years of faithful ministry at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley this weekend. It is a great testimony not just for pastors but for every Christian seeking to be faithful to Christ in these crucial times. I can truly thank God for how he has … More What I Learned from John MacArthur
Here’s a list of prayers I offer up on Saturday night in preparation for Sunday worship: Prayers on behalf of my own soul and family: Give me integrity of heart to love and serve my wife Give my wife love for Christ and the church Give me confidence in the Spirit and the Word, not … More A Pastor’s Saturday Night Prayer
Leadership in today’s society is such a hot-button issue. Our society is so polarized that leaders are loved by half the population and hated by the other half. On any scale, large or small, people seem to always find things to complain about when it comes to leaders in society. In sports, the greatest athletes … More A Desire for More Pastors, Not Necessarily Preachers
