CONTEXT: This verse comes towards the end of Paul’s discussion of his work as a minister Colossians 1:24-29. Matthew Henry comments on these verses: Both the sufferings of the Head and of the members are called the sufferings of Christ, and makeup, as it were, one body of sufferings. But He suffered for the redemption … More Devotional Thought for Today – 04/25/2022
As the title suggests this blog is directed at Preachers/Teachers but I believe it is applicable to all. While I do not doubt that God through the Holy Spirit speaks to folks even today, this phrase has become a catch-all for those who do anything in the name of God without the blessing of God … More Why Preachers Should Avoid Using The Phrase “God Told Me…”
In this past Wednesday’s devotional, our main text came from 1 John 3:16, with the theme of, we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. The above quote from George Whitefield echoes that sentiment with a twist. Here it is being applied directly to Chaplains, Elders, Ministers, Pastors, those who serve the church. … More Devotional Thought for Today – 04/011/2022
Once again I heard some “Christian” college folks joking about a local Seminary near us saying something to the effect, ‘wonder how all those guys at the cemetery are doing in classes today.’ Of course, I could not help myself so I went over to the table and asked them if they had ever read … More Devotional Thought for Today – 03/11/2022
This article is directed to those in the ministry but wise words for everyone. Also, see A PATTERN OF PRAYER — PART 2 and the comments I left. PREACHING TRUTH Expository Preaching: Sermons, Thoughts, and Resources of Todd Linn Pastoral discouragement takes on many forms: personal struggles, family challenges, and painful ministry disappointments, to name a … More Dealing With Discouragement
Two things about this article. First I would always encourage all folks to be Bereans Acts 17:11 and search out the scripture on their own that they read, hear, or are taught. This is a means to build oneself up in the Word and to ensure, the accuracy of what is being shared. Secondly, as … More Less Than Half of Americans Find Pastors to Be ‘Trustworthy Sources of Wisdom,’ Research Finds
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American pastors by the thousands preached on Sunday against a law in Canada that makes it illegal to help someone escape homosexuality or transgenderism. READ MORE > > >
Posted by Todd Linn, PhD on December 31, 2021 Preachers may be tempted to focus solely upon sermon preparation and leave musical ministry entirely to others. But preachers are arguably in the best position to enhance congregational worship. Here are five ways preachers can help their congregations worship well: READ MORE > > >
Ministry is not easy. It can discourage and distract. At times, it’s uncomfortable, precarious, and lonely. For most pastors, it requires years of labor in obscurity, shepherding small congregations and having no platform for broader influence. With all the challenges of ministry, why would anyone want the job? Why is pastoral ministry worth it? Pastors … More The Glory of the Church
Posted by Todd Linn, PhD on November 19, 2021 Most pastors consider weekly preaching {and teaching1} to be their greatest ministry responsibility. For this reason, many pastors are reluctant to miss a preaching opportunity and, when absent, rely only upon pastor friends or other outside speakers. To be sure, members rightly expect their pastors to be in the pulpit … More 5 Reasons Pastors Should Give Preaching Opportunities To Others In The Church
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