pastoral ministry – Inspiring and Challenging Dreamers

No Regrets

Of course, no matter what you or I have ever done there is goodness and mercy following us all the days of our lives. But the truth is that the easiest way of living a life without regrets is not to actually do anything you regret. Thom Rainer did a survey of pastors in AmericaContinue reading “No Regrets”

Role of the Pastor 2: Comfort

Psalm 23 says “The Lord is my shepherd… your rod and your staff they comfort me”. A shepherd is responsible for comforting the sheep. I’ve heard pastors say “I’m not here to make you comfortable” which is true in one sense, but at the same time a pastor – a shepherd – is there toContinue reading “Role of the Pastor 2: Comfort”

5 Things I Want to Tell Everyone About to Pastor

5. Work hard. Don’t be that guy who is last to church, preaches, let’s everyone else take the slack, ducks out early. Seriously – just don’t. People will tell you pastoring is hard work, and it is – but don’t become a prima donna. Get in there and help set up the sound desk, stayContinue reading “5 Things I Want to Tell Everyone About to Pastor”