In our prophetic role, pastors need to challenge people to keep the faith, fight the good fight. And often that means giving a forceful word to the congregation.
The other side of being prophetic, the side that the mentor highlights, is being an encourager. The goal is the sameliving faithfully a Christian lifestylebut the means are different: encouragement, affirmation, praise.
When I Need a Boost An inductive Bible study to help us find motivation for the long haul. Eric Reed
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The older couple stared as a low, red convertible raced past. In the sportscar, a couple, also of a certain age but noticeably more energetic, waved and lifted a can of fortified energy drink.
Sometimes we wish we could give our co-workers in ministry a boost. We often need one for ourselves. If only enthusiasm for ministry came in a six-pack.
The words energy and enthusiasm have something ...
Congregations need to be equipped to face the trauma of death with both realism and faith.
Lay a Theological Foundation
Those who want nothing to do with theology"Boring," "Too dry"automatically shift into theological high gear when death intrudes into their lives. People want answers to help them carry on when they are reeling from the death of a loved one.
ARTICLE Energy & Enthusiasm Learn how to maintain vibrancy while balancing a full life and important kingdom work. from BuildingChurchLeaders.com
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Leadership Journal: Energy & Joy
The premier practical journal for church leaders devoted an issue to "Energy & Joy," which include outstanding articles by Dallas Willard, Earl Palmer, Gary Preston, and others. Read the issue online at: http://christianitytoday.com/le/8l4/
Ordering Your Private Worldby Gordon MacDonald
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POWERPOINT Energy & Enthusiasm This theme is needed for helping your leaders to develop healthy boundaries and find joy in their Christian service. by BuildingChurchLeaders.com
Individual Learning Styles Great teaching matches truth with the ways people learn best. by Penny Zettler
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Educators have found at least four separate learning styles, each with its own optimum teaching methods. Individual educational theorists label their quadrants differently, but I prefer the schema Bernice McCarthy outlined in the 4MAT System. She distinguishes four kinds of students: innovative learners, analytic learners, common sense learners, and dynamic learners. The following descriptions lean ...