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"A home open to free communication, discussion, and exploration of ideas and beliefs, giving children the freedom to learn about themselves and make appropriate choices, increases the possibility of PKs making religious and life decisions similar to those of their parents.”
Carole Brousson Anderson
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"He could engage in toil, bear His part in sustaining the family in their necessity, become accustomed to weariness, and yet show no impatience. His spirit was never so full of worldly cares as to leave no time nor thought for heavenly things." The Review and Herald, October 24, 1899.
“God will have a people upon the earth to maintain the Bible, and the Bible only, as the standard of all doctrines and the basis of all reforms.
The opinions of learned men, the deductions of science, the creed or decisions of ecclesiastical councils, as numerous and discordant as are the churches which they represent, the voice of the majority—not one nor all of these should be regarded as evidence for or against any point of religious faith.
Before accepting any doctrine or precept, we should demand a plain ‘Thus saith the Lord’ in its support.”The Great Controversy, 595
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“It's the content that counts, not the copyright date. The amazing thing is that, for me at least, these books continue to be valuable. With a little contextualization and updating, the ideas they offer still work.
I don't necessarily agree with everything they say, but the piece they each add to the overall quest for knowledge and pastoral application is the measure of their worth.” James W. Zackrison
James W. Zackrison was the director of Sabbath School and Personal Ministries at the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
Access his list of 21 books here: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2005/12/my-personal-classics-twenty-one-books-i-wouldnt-want-to-be-without.html
He unfolded the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven through the use of figures and symbols with which His hearers were familiar;
and the common people heard Him gladly, for they could comprehend His words.
There were no high-sounding words used, to understand which it was necessary to consult a dictionary.
Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, 240.
"Do you still allow the Word of God to pierce your own soul, or are you going through the motions of pastoring without allowing it to shape your thinking and character daily?
God is waiting, wanting to draw you to Himself through His loving Word.
You cannot help others to grow unless you are abiding in the Vine" Nina Atcheson
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Taylor delivered sermons at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary and elsewhere at Andrews University, Oakwood University, and several Adventist churches in the United States. Get to know more about this consummate preacher of the gospel and his prophetic preaching in this book.
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“But such subjects as the sanctuary, in connection with the 2300 days, the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus, are perfectly calculated to explain the past Advent movement and show what our present position is, establish the faith of the doubting, and give certainty to the glorious future.
These, I have frequently seen, were the principal subjects on which the messengers should dwell.”
Early Writings, 63.
"Pastors, we cannot lead others spiritually higher than where we ourselves stand." Frank M. Hasel.
“The greatest victories to the church of Christ or to the individual Christian are not those that are gained by talent or education, by wealth or the favor of men.
They are those victories that are gained in the audience chamber with God, when earnest, agonizing faith lays hold upon the mighty arm of power.” Ellen G. White, Patriarchs and Prophets, 203.
Read or listen to the whole article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2023/01/The-spiritual-life-of-the-pastor
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The Northwest headquarters serves more than 102,000 members, 545 churches/companies/groups, 100 elementary and secondary schools, and one university.
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up” Galatian 6:9
“Never should the messenger of God cease his strivings for greater light and power. He should toil on, pray on, hope on, amid discouragement and darkness, determined to gain a thorough knowledge of the Scriptures and to come behind in no gift.” Gospel Workers, 151
Once we present the Bible, we need to trust that the Holy Spirit will open the mind, transform the heart, and give courage to each hearer or reader to respond.
“One of the biggest battles we will ever face is over the authority of the Word of God."
Ted N. C. Wilson.
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“The Angel of the covenant is empowering his servants to carry the truth to all parts of the world.
He has sent forth his angels with the message of mercy; but, as if they did not speed on their way fast enough to satisfy his heart of yearning love, he lays on every member of his church the responsibility of proclaiming this message.
“Let him that heareth say, Come.”
Every member of the church is to show his loyalty by inviting the thirsty to drink of the water of life.
A chain of living witnesses is to carry the invitation to the world. Will you act your part in this great work?”
Colporteur Evangelist, 41
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"Ellen White said: “One interest will prevail, one subject will swallow up every other,—Christ our righteousness.” Review and Herald Extra, December 23, 1890, 2.
Master this one subject and incorporate it into all your preaching and relational dynamics, and your ministry will skyrocket to a whole new level of relevance and power." - Ty Gibson
Read or listen to the full article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/12/One-subject-will-swallow-up-all-others
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“We believe that the main function of pastoral care and counseling does not take place in pastoral counseling centers but must be carried out in the life of the congregation by the pastor and the members of the local congregation.” Don Wismar
Read or listen to the whole article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/11/Does-anybody-care
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"When they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary His mother, and fell down, and worshiped Him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto Him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.”
The most precious things they had, the wise men brought to the Saviour. In this they set an example for us. Many give presents to their earthly friends, but have none for the heavenly Friend who has given them every blessing. We should not do this. To Christ we should bring the best of all we have—of our time, money, and our love.
We may give to Him by giving to comfort the poor, and to teach people about the Saviour. So we can help to save those for whom He died. Such gifts Jesus blesses."
Ellen G. White, Story of Jesus, 24.
“Since Jesus came to dwell with us, we know that God is acquainted with our trials, and sympathizes with our griefs.
Every son and daughter of Adam may understand that our Creator is the friend of sinners.
For in every doctrine of grace, every promise of joy, every deed of love, every divine attraction presented in the Saviour's life on earth, we see “God with us” (Matthew 12:23)
By His humanity, Christ touched humanity; by His divinity, He lays hold upon the throne of God.
As the Son of man, He gave us an example of obedience; as the Son of God, He gives us power to obey....
The Child of Bethlehem, the meek and lowly Saviour, is God “manifest in the flesh” (1 Timothy 3:16)....
“God with us” is the surety of our deliverance from sin, the assurance of our power to obey the law of heaven....”
The Desires of Ages, 79
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“As we near the end of time, God is preparing a great harvest of people around the world. Thousands of pastors and laymen are cooperating with God in His final work. Now is the time to focus our vision on what Christ is doing in the world. The Lord promises His Holy Spirit right now if only we seek, ask, and believe.” - Robert Costa & Mark A. Finley
Read or listen to the full article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/12/Pulpits-of-Hope
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Re“Our families are our most important treasures and God-given gifts on this earth.
How sad it will be when we get to heaven if our family members are missing.
We must begin today to make them a priority so that we can spend eternity together.” Pamela Consuegra
Read or listen to the full article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2011/11/the-ministerial-family
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“Souls are thirsting for the waters of life. Do not be empty cisterns. If you reveal the love of Christ to them, you may lead the hungering, thirsting ones to Jesus, and He will give them the bread of life and the water of salvation.” - RH, June 2, 1903.
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“With the 155 baptisms, the Mongolian church is on target to baptize 300 people in 2022—a sharp increase from the average of 30 baptisms per year during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fifty-nine people were baptized when the first COVID restrictions were lifted in March 2022.” Han Suk Hee.
To be inspired by the Mongolia story and to learn more about TMI, click here: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/12/Tears-of-joy-as-missionary-hails-Mongolian-milestone
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“Christ crucified for our sins, Christ risen from the dead, Christ ascended on high, is the science of salvation that we are to learn and to teach.” Testimonies for the Church Vol 8, 287.
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“The broken worship altar in the Adventist Church represents the single greatest threat to Seventh-day Adventist life and purpose, and every pastor should be alarmed.
A neglect of meditation and prayer will surely result in a declension in religious interests.
People who lack a consistent devotional walk with God cannot know Him, love Him, or effectively share Him with others.
Godless living is a tree filled with the poisonous fruits of selfishness, pride, idolatry, and countless other harbingers of spiritual death.
A church tasked with proclaiming the worship-centered messages of Revelation 14’s first, second, and third angels cannot do so while its members are not worshiping.
We cannot do publicly what we are not doing privately.
Ask God to rebuild the worship altars in your home and church, and He will.” Dwain N. Esmond
Read or listen to the whole article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/12/Back-to-the-Altar
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The Mid- American Union Conference provides services and resources for nearly 65,000 church members in more than 500 churches or companies throughout our territory, as well as 75 elementary and secondary schools, one college, nine summer camps and several other youths and young adult programs.
“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves” Philippians 2:3
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“If we can awaken an interest in men's minds that will cause them to fix their eyes on Christ, we may step aside, and ask them only to continue to fix their eyes upon the Lamb of God.” Manuscript 49, 189.
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"Personal preferences and biases seem to guide our sense of justice in society and the church.
What is needed are clear consciences, devoid of evil thoughts and conflicting distortions of truth.
The question is, In the face of relentless bombardment by countless views and opinions, are our consciences guided by Scripture or by individual preference?
Pastoral care necessitates a well-cleansed conscience to serve as a moral guide on life’s journeys.
Allow the Holy Spirit to shape and form your conscience through daily communion with God.
Maintain a healthy conscience, and instruct those with weak consciences (1 Cor. 8:7) to renew their minds in accordance with the Word of God. A conscience honed by the Holy Spirit will hold the Christian to duty." Robert Osei-Bonsu, PhD
Read or listen to the full article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/11/Ruled-by-a-clear-conscience
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"Do you have the knowledge to create a budget?
Budgeting is a planning tool that creates financial opportunity and future flexibility.
Increasing financial knowledge results in reduction of poverty and increased wealth.
Why not make a commitment today to seek knowledge and begin the next year with a budget?" Jenipher Chitate
Learn more: https://stewardship.adventist.org/getting-out-of-debt
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"God desired that the whole life of His people should be a life of praise." Christ's Object Lessons, 299.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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The salvation of human beings is at stake; whether they have the same skin tone or not, the salvation of people that God loves is at the root of the discussion.
Recognizing Gentile inclusion in the economy of God is vital.
As the church of Jesus Christ in the twenty- first century, we should approach the topic as a wonderful opportunity. The world will take note of our intentional acts of ethnic inclusion.
"Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation;" Rev. 5:9
Read or listen to the full article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/11/Ethnic-diversity
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In our study of pastoral stress in the North American Division, we found that engaging in self-care was crucial to the well-being of pastors.
But we also discovered that pastors experienced many barriers to engaging in self-care.
These barriers can be internal, such as pastoral expectations of themselves, or external, coming from church members or church administrators.
And this month’s Ministry Magazine has a self-care plan to help you to fulfill God’s call in your life.
Read or listen to the full article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/11/The-biblical-imperative-of-pastoral-self-care
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"It is our own character and experience that determine our influence upon others. In order to convince others of the power of Christ's grace, we must know its power in our own hearts and lives.
The gospel we present for the saving of souls must be the gospel by which our own souls are saved.
Only through a living faith in Christ as a personal Saviour is it possible to make our influence felt in a skeptical world.
If we would draw sinners out of the swift-running current, our own feet must be firmly set upon the Rock, Christ Jesus." Ministry of Healing, 469.
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Visitation strengthens the connections within the church family and between each family and the Lord.
As you visit families of members and interests, you and your elders will bond because of on-the-job ministry together.
In the end, you will know your elders well, along with many of our members and interests.
Read or listen to the whole article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/11/Pastoral-visitation-made-easier
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Pastors do not readily talk about abusive relationships—in the church, our homes, or our professional settings. Sometimes, because we are overextended, burned out, or even depressed, our family members may be the victims of unintended abuse by us.
Topics so relevant to the pastor’s life, family, and work are expertly, comprehensively, and empathetically addressed in Mending Pastors.
Access: https://www.adventsource.org/store/adult-ministries/elder/leadership/mending-ministers-41273
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"In the name of Jesus Christ, I would appeal to the church who has been made the depository of deep and precious truths. God has given treasures to the church not to be hoarded, not to be buried in the earth, but to be imparted to others, that others may be enriched as well as ourselves.
How shall we work? Let both laymen and ministers follow the example of Christ.
Let them meet the people where they are. I would entreat you to labor in word and doctrine; do not get above the simplicity of the work.
Do not soar away above the minds of the common people so that they cannot follow you, and if they did follow you, would neither be benefited nor blessed.
Teach the simple lessons of Christ. Tell the touching story of His life of self-denial and sacrifice.
Tell of His humiliation and death.
Tell of His resurrection and ascension, of His intercession for them in the courts of God.
Tell them that “God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
The Voice in Speech and Song.
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So many similar faces filter in and out of the sanctuary. Does anybody care?
Yet there are those in the congregation who want to help, to care, in some manner.
Their dilemma is not one of “Should I do something?” but one of “How do I do it?”
After all, the staff listing in the worship bulletin has the line that reads “Ministers: Each member of the congregation.”
In the local congregation, we identify many functions of the laity: serving in Christian education, providing warm meals to a sick member, singing in the choir, leading in worship, and chairing and being on various committees.
Yet, in crisis situations, they seldom participate and assume responsibility because they have neither training nor supervision. Furthermore, they are usually not encouraged to do so.
Every single person in a church is called to do the ‘work’ of the church and be blessed in the process.
The pastor must intentionally and regularly celebrate those serving the church and preach and teach about the joys of generosity and sharing our talents and time [in ministering to others]
At times, no one is available to help those who need care, and no one is trained to be responsible for the situation.
That task of training falls, often, to the pastor of the congregation.
The “equipping of the saints” provides the opportunity to share ministry with those who are able and capable of reaching others with the healing power of Christ.
Read or listen to the whole article: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/2022/11/Does-anybody-care
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