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We live in a culture that is conditioned form a very early age to look out for self. The culture contributes to this mindset as does the church to a great extent. Perhaps we have preached a personal gospel at the expense of a kingdom mentality. I find it an exhilarating challenge to lead a congregat...

Ministry can be demanding as is shepherding sheep or raising animals on a "husbandry"-or so I would think. I see the importance of sharing the work load. The point that seems to stand out to me regarding this beautiful devotion has to do with the necessity of one-mindedness and unity among...

As I assess my role as a pastor I have to think of situations when discipline was needed as a means of loving someone and protecting them from themselves all at the same time. It seems like pastors are expected to be passive and non-confrontational. I do not see that in the Chief Shepherd. I have go...

I realize that I am a work in progress. In the future I may mature into a more sensitive man with heightened levels if compassion and intimacy. Will I ever have "gift of mercy"? Likely not. I am not wanting to limit the Spirit of God in any way but mercy isn't my strong point. Being a more...

Who hasn't heard that leadership is "influence" yet this devotion highlights that influence in leadership is a product of teaching. The kind of teaching that is not empty but rich, nutritious, palatable and digestable at the right time for each listener/observer. I am reminded of 1 Thess. ...