Navigating Conflict within Church Politics
Dear church congregants; Don’t make it hard for him. Be responsive, be prompt, and be cooperative in every way you can. You will give him such joy.
Gospel
Leadership is Fighting Against Fear of Man
The issue of “fear of man” became my main focus rather than “fear of God” (Prov 1:7). In other words, as Ed Welch said it well, people became big, and God became small.
Church Planting is Hard Work
I am thankful for little things, such as brothers in this church planter’s cohort that I am part of, as I journey through prayer and encouragement through God’s Word. Wouldn’t be here if it were not for these fellow pastors in this mission work!
5 Reason for Church Planting
Someone may say, “Don’t we have plenty of churches already? Why church planting?” Here are five reasons we believe in planting a church right here and right now.
The Miracle of the Manger
“The central miracle asserted by Christians is the Incarnation. They say that God became Man. Every other miracle prepares for this, or exhibits this, or results from this….” – C.S. Lewis
Missional Task in the Country of the Rising Sun
Praying for the country of the rising sun to become one day known as the country of the Risen Son!
9 Tips for Choosing a Good Church
I believe without the doctrine of the church; Christians could not possibly exist.
The Mind of a Master Manipulator
How does the Bible inform and help navigate through the mind of a master manipulator? How can we identify and examine whether we are master manipulators?
Why Do I Do What I Don’t Want to Do?
Does what I think, what I feel, what I do glorify the Name of my Lord? I believe that question alone can become a wise counsel that can eliminate 90% of the issues dealt with in life.
Episode 32: Winning Over Wayward Christians
What do you do when the one you love is wayward? How do you go about having gospel conversation with family members?
What Do you Like Least about Ministry?
Pastoring is challenging in difficult times so embrace the joy of Christ. (1 Thess 5:16,18).
Every Church for Every Nation
We cannot miss this as a church in the business of all the ministry activities we do. The risen Christ implied the need for the mission to all nations.
The Critical Moment of Being Christ-Centered
We are to give Jesus our top priority. I don’t want to ever miss that as a Christian.
The Need for Better Evangelism and More Baptism
As a pastor, my prayer and desire are to see that as leaders we will create a system from national, state, local, and church to work together to build leaders to see greater number of evangelism and baptism.
Why Do Christians Celebrate Easter Every Year?
Easter all took place in the city of Jerusalem about 2,000 years ago. Yet, this truth is for all of us as well.
Oxymoron of a Bitter Unforgiving Christian
One of the greatest sins in the church may be a lack of forgiveness, which stems from pride, and it stems from not preaching the gospel to ourselves.
Christ the Incarnate Deity
Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12). He came as a mild babe in the manger (Incarnation).
The Irresistible, Sovereign, Relentless Grace of God
There’s nothing that will save us from such eternal punishment except a saving faith in Christ by the grace of Almighty.
Why Sharing Your Faith Matters?
We must get serious about reaching people who are far from God. There is a battle going on out there, and the church is losing ground.
Doctrine of God’s Effectual Call
Salvation is the mysterious working of the Triune God as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit call upon all people to repent.