Scripture makes it clear that there is wisdom in seeking advice from a variety of counselors. “Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many counselors bring success.” – Proverb 15:22 (NLT) Scripture also makes it clear that some advice is to be avoided. “In the mouth of a fool, a proverb becomes as limp as…Continue Reading “Wisdom Filter”
Show Notes: Seven Questions With Scott Hamilton Summary: In this episode, I interview Pastor Scott Hamilton with “Seven Questions.” Scott is the pastor of Foundation Church in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. He has “one wife and two children.” Scott is a great pastor and an old friend and I think you’ll see right away how much I…Continue Reading “MBP 007: Seven Questions With Pastor Scott Hamilton”
There are several reasons you may have kids in your worship service: You are a small church that doesn’t have the resources to provide a separate Kids’ Ministry You are doing a special service that includes kids in the service for the day It is part of your philosophy of ministry to include kids in the…Continue Reading “When You Have Kids In The Worship Service – Free Printable”
There are a few audio issues in this episode. “Perfectionist Guidance is Suggested.” 🙂 Today’s podcast is part two of “Seven Questions” with Pastor Michael Feese. Dr. Feese is the pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Alvord, Texas. He has served in youth ministry, as a Church Planter and as Senior pastor of several…Continue Reading “MBP 006: Seven Questions With Pastor Michael Feese Part 2”
Pack This: Ministry Quote – “The missionary must labor and strive because he has his hope set on the living God who is the Saviour of all men. He is therefore long-suffering towards men ‘not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance.’” – William Owen Carver in “Missions in the Plan…Continue Reading “Pack This – Ministry Quote: Missions”
Show Notes: Michael Feese (Part 1) There are a few audio issues in this episode. “Perfectionist Guidance is Suggested.” 🙂 Summary: On today’s podcast, I begin part one of “Seven Questions” with Pastor Michael Feese. Dr. Feese is the pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Alvord, Texas. He has served in youth ministry, as…Continue Reading “MBP 005: Seven Questions With Pastor Michael Feese Part 1”
From time to time someone will ask me something along the lines of: “How do you know when it’s time to move on to another Church, ministry or opportunity?” I’ve wrestled with this question a number of times along the way. Here’s how I approach it. Two quick “filters” before I share the indicators that…Continue Reading “6 Indicators That It’s Time To “Move On” In Ministry”
Ministry Backpack Podcast Episode 4 Show Notes: Summary: In today’s podcast, I talk about an essential quality for Christian Leaders: A Higher Standard Resources and Links mentioned in this episode: REI’s 10 Backpacking Essentials: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-checklist.html 2 Corinthians 6:3 http://www.biblestudytools.com/2-corinthians/6-3-compare.html Philippians 6:3 http://biblehub.com/philippians/2-3.htm Questions Christian Leaders should ask themselves: 1. Am I thinking of others first, in…Continue Reading “MBP 004: A Backpack Essential For Christian Leaders – A Higher Standard”
Today’s Podcast is Part two of my conversation with Pastor Tony McCollum. Tony is the founding pastor of Fusion Church in Buford, Georgia. He is a husband, father of four, pastor, communicator, author, photographer, techie, and swell guy. http://tonymccollum.com/ Fusion Church: http://fusionchurch.net/ More Tips From Tony: Strive for “energy management” even more than “time management.”…Continue Reading “MBP 003: 7 Questions With Tony McCollum Part 2”
Pack This: Ministry Quote: “Well aware are we of the fact that thunder will not take the place of lightning in the pulpit. Likewise am I cognizant of the truth that the average preacher, including myself, is tempted to yell the loudest where his sermon is weakest.” – Herschel H. Hobbes in “Cowards or Conquerors,” (1951…Continue Reading “Pack This – Ministry Quote: Preaching”