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Books > Christianity > Christian institutions & organizations > Christian ministry & pastoral activity
"Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name
of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them
to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I
am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen" (Matthew
28:19-20). "Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall
I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me"
(Isaiah 6:8). How do you know God has called you into the ministry?
How can you really tell in which area of the ministry he wants you
to serve? For many, these can be frustrating and confusing
questions. In Answering and Understanding the CALL of God for Your
Life, author Chinyere Nwakwue provides guidance in responding to
God's call for your life and your life's ministry. Blending her
personal experiences with a plethora of scriptural examples,
Nwakwue walks you through the process and shows how this calling is
a privilege God has given you. In her study, she considers the
factors involved in God's calling; the reasons that some people
struggle with the call of God; the Bible characters who struggled
with answering God's call; the reasons that God called you; the
enemies of Christian life who will try to interrupt God's call; and
ways to overcome the enemies. Nwakwue communicates that your
response to the call of God has significant effects in your life as
you run your Christian race. Christ Jesus has called and commanded
every individual to preach the gospel to all creatures. Are you
ready?
Jesus gave his followers seven key practices: The Lord's Supper
Reconciliation Proclaiming the gospel Being with the "least of
these" Being with children Fivefold ministry gifting Kingdom prayer
When we practice these disciplines, God becomes faithfully present
to us, and we in turn become God's faithful presence to the world.
Pastor and professor David Fitch shows how these seven practices
can revolutionize the church's presence in our neighborhoods,
transform our way of life in the world, and advance the kingdom.
Our communities can be changed when they see us practicing our
faith. Go and do.
Dr. Aaron McNair Sr., an acclaimed author, teacher, and pastor,
focuses on how to succeed as a preacher and leader in this
step-by-step guidebook. Whether you have just assumed a leadership
role or are seeking to hone your skills so you can rise up through
the ranks, you can learn how to become an effective preacher.
Discover how to embrace the pain and joy of the assignment; lead
your church with integrity; preach even when you're having
problems; and maximize your effectiveness at the pulpit.
Although written for religious leaders, the guidebook provides
lessons for business leaders as well. Dr. McNair shares how he has
applied best practices so that you can apply effective leadership
techniques in a variety of settings.
Accept the premise that "failure is never an option" and develop
the mental and physical stamina to become the best preacher and
leader possible. It starts with learning to be confident, tactful,
and selfless so you can start "Preaching with a Problem."
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