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Clergy & Laity: He says he’s suffering from burn out. Is he serious? (The Minister)
In my view, most cases of preacher burn out are the fault of the elders, the congregation, or our unchallenged traditions. But sometimes, it’s the preacher. Preachers can burn themselves out by — * Not praying enough * Not taking … Continue reading
Church Finances and Business: Student Loan Reduction for Ministers and Others
Following up his earlier comment, reader Cary McCall has provided this explanation for how ministers (and many others) can reduce or even eliminate student loan payments. Student Debt Relief for Ministers: The Basics Cary McCall One of the most burdensome … Continue reading
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The Holy Spirit: Romans 1 – 7
You may have noticed that I skipped Acts. I did. I’ll get there, but I think it’ll help to let Paul teach us some more about the Spirit before we take on some of the very challenging texts in Acts. … Continue reading
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Clergy & Laity: He says he’s suffering from burn out. Is he serious? (Simple Church)
One of the most important books in church literature to come out in a while is Simple Church: Returning to God’s Process for Making Disciples. It’s a quick and easy read — and very powerful. It’s premise is, well, simple: … Continue reading
The Holy Spirit: John’s Gospel, Jesus’ Departing Lesson
Just before the crucifixion, John includes a lengthy discourse by Jesus to his disciples in preparation for the coming changes. Among the major themes of the discourse is the coming Holy Spirit of God. The meal at which the discourse … Continue reading
Church Finances and Business: Update on the Housing Allowance
I need to pass along two bits of news on the “housing allowance” ministers of the gospel are allowed to exclude from their federal taxable income. Background The Internal Revenue Code allows ministers of the gospel to exclude from their … Continue reading
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Clergy & Laity: He says he’s suffering from burn out. Is he serious? (Murmuring)
Now that we’ve solved the problems with elders, we need to address murmuring by the congregation. (Heb 13:17 ESV) 17 Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give … Continue reading
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How to Have a Good Time While Doing Good
As a rule, I refuse to go to the Gulf coast over the 4th of July weekend — too expensive, too crowded, and too hot — by far. And, of course, this year there’s the oil slick thing. But this … Continue reading
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Faith Lessons from Ray Vander Laan: New MP3s!
Reader David Scott has posted 14 CDs worth of mp3s from a series of lectures given by Ray Vander Laan, available here. Many thanks to David for sharing!
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The Holy Spirit: John 6 & 7
“It is the Spirit who gives life” John’s Gospel can sometimes be very difficult, even nearly impenetrable. (John 6:53-64 ESV) 53 So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man … Continue reading
