sanctification
Wounding to Heal Properly
I recently ran across these verses from Proverbs 27:5–6 (CSB) Better an open reprimand […]
Truth
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- Conflict
Heart-Orienting Truths for Navigating Conflict
It is inevitable. At some point, probably soon, you will encounter some form of conflict in ministry. Maybe it will come in the form of a disagreement among your elders, pastors, or deacons. Conflict may arise from a misunderstanding between you and your spouse. It could be that there are a few sandpaper-people in your life, and when they come around, discord follows behind them. It is not a matter of if, but when. Conflict will come.
- Grace
Preaching Grace and Truth to Hurting People
As pastors, we never want to hurt people. We’re pursuing this calling because we want to help people. And we want to help people in the deepest and most profound of ways by helping them find new life in Christ.One of my greatest fears in pastoral ministry is that I would inadvertently hurt the people I’m called to serve. Life is hard and painful enough, and people don’t need any extra pain brought their way by a well-meaning pastor.
LoveEpisode 25: Pastors and Speaking the Truth in Love
What does it mean to speak the truth in love? What are some good examples of this in the Scriptures? In this episode, Ronjour and Brandon discuss how to preach and interact with others in a truthful, loving manner.
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