As a pastor, elder or other church leader questions are asked about our churches. Church seekers often seem to have lists of questions they want answered. Some are as simple as children’s programs, recommended attire and service times. … Continue reading
This morning in my devotional reading, I finished the Gospel of John. After meditating for several days on the interchange between Jesus and Peter in 21:15-19, this morning I went on to the last exchange of the book—Peter’s … Continue reading
Qualifications of Elders: Part VII If you’ve lived in a small town you understand how quickly news spreads. We lived in a town of about 450 people for four years. As the only resident pastor, I was constantly … Continue reading
Qualifications of Elders: Part II Who leads any organization or group will depend on its purpose. The church is Christ’s representative on earth, reaching those he died for, teaching those he has saved, and equipping those he is … Continue reading
Qualification of Elders Part I Elders who handle the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor—at least according to Paul. The apostles never imagined one man rule for any church, for any location, for any … Continue reading
If you described a what it meant to be a priest your description would depend on your past experiences. Some would imagine a clerical collar and a cross. Others may imagine a wizened old man ready with a … Continue reading
Creativity is an innate part of who Jesus is. Before his incarnation he created all things scripture assures us that without him nothing would exist (John 1:3; Col 1:16). When he came to earth he was born into … Continue reading