Ministry by the Book
Title | Ministry by the Book PDF eBook |
Author | Derek Tidball |
Publisher | InterVarsity Press |
Pages | 281 |
Release | 2009-05-29 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0830838597 |
Focusing on pastoral leadership within local churches or groups of churches, Derek Tidball provides a comprehensive survey of the variety of ministry models and patterns found in the New Testament with applications for today's ministry.
Ministry Is . . .
Title | Ministry Is . . . PDF eBook |
Author | Dave Earley |
Publisher | B&H Publishing Group |
Pages | 322 |
Release | 2010-08-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1433672499 |
What is ministry? Ministry is casting crowns at the feet of the Worthy One. It is the overflow of your relationship with Jesus. It is washing feet, loving people, making disciples, and more. In dozens of brief yet powerful chapters, Ministry Is . . . presents an actionable Bible-based guide to serving God in the local church. The insights here from authors Dave Earley and Ben Gutierrez are perfect for those considering church ministry as a vocation and applicable to anyone desiring to serve intentionally through the church. With every entry, they stay laser focused on making the reader "a spiritual change agent, a difference maker, and impact player for Jesus Christ." Endorsements "This book is like a pastoral pep talk. It'll challenge the way you think and lead." Mark Batterson, author, In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day "I can't think of two young men more qualified to write a best-selling book on the topic How to Serve Jesus with Passion and Confidence." Elmer L. Towns, vice president, Liberty University "The authors are in 'Game On!' mode in every chapter. They know that a great church isnÕt about having great big talent, but leaders whom have great big servant hearts." John Hull, president/CEO, EQUIP
The Christian ministry
Title | The Christian ministry PDF eBook |
Author | Charles Bridges |
Publisher | |
Pages | 576 |
Release | 1844 |
Genre | Pastoral theology |
ISBN |
What Our Ministry Is
Title | What Our Ministry Is PDF eBook |
Author | Theodore Andoseh |
Publisher | ZTF Books Online |
Pages | 163 |
Release | 2016-10-21 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1370931514 |
There are the general purposes of God and the distinct purposes of God that He entrusts to specific individuals, groups of individuals, communities, and even to a Spiritual Movement. Both kinds of callings are documented in the Scriptures and all serve the economy of God’s purposes. To Zach Fomum and those that God called along with him, a distinct economy of the Gospel was entrusted that translated into a clear goal. The pursuance of that goal through obedience to God’s specific instructions has gradually clarified the will of God and the means of accomplishing His purposes. God’s will, God’s ways, our responsibility, who we must be, what we must do to please God, and accomplish our goal, are presented here as constituting our ministry. This is written for all who are part of our ministry, and for all who will be part of this ministry, so that we may serve in the same spirit for the same purpose and, by accomplishing the goal, bring glory to our Lord Jesus. God bless you.
When Ministry is Messy
Title | When Ministry is Messy PDF eBook |
Author | Richard C. Brown |
Publisher | Franciscan Media |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2006 |
Genre | Pastoral theology |
ISBN | 9780867167771 |
"Dr. Brown's portrait of the dynamics of the problem is insightful and challenging." —Andrew Greeley, from the Foreword When Ministry Is Messy: Practical Solutions to Difficult Problems addresses the three major causes of conflict within parish ministry—natural personality differences, emotional illness and sin. With the help of Scripture, namely Matthew 23, and modern psychology, Dr. Brown offers solutions to conflicts so that pastoral ministers can free themselves from fear and anxiety in their daily work and bring peace to church ministries. Drawing from his extensive background in both psychology and ministry, Dr. Brown provides effective solutions that are both practical and spiritual.
Preparing for Christian Ministry
Title | Preparing for Christian Ministry PDF eBook |
Author | David P. Gushee |
Publisher | Baker Books |
Pages | 355 |
Release | 1996-09-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1441231684 |
Encouragement for students to reflect on the nature and task of ministry in the 21st century and to seek education to equip them for ministry.
Discerning Your Call to Ministry
Title | Discerning Your Call to Ministry PDF eBook |
Author | Jason K. Allen |
Publisher | Moody Publishers |
Pages | 170 |
Release | 2016-08-19 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0802494633 |
“The church has needed this book for a long time.” — Russell Moore If you are considering the ministry, there are two mistakes to avoid. The first is taking up a calling that isn’t yours. The second is neglecting one that is. Discerning Your Call to Ministry will help you know the difference. A tool for seminary students, pastors-in-training, and even current pastors, it serves to confirm or prompt deep thought about the calling to ministry through 10 probing questions, including: Do you desire the ministry? Does your church affirm your calling? Do you love the people of God? Are you willing to surrender? Pastoral dropout rates are high, and seminary admission rates are declining—signs that many of us don’t quite know what we’re signing ourselves up for. Author Jason Allen, a former pastor and the president of North America’s fastest growing seminary, gives readers a better picture of the calling. Presenting a series of diagnostic questions informed by Scripture, church history, and his own experience, he helps those seeking ordination or ministry positions make confident decisions about their service to God, one way or the other.