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Category Archives: Encouragement
Rest for the Weary Pastor: How Seasons of Withdrawal are Biblical and a Benefit to the Church
In recent days, an unusual criticism has arisen within certain corners of the Presbyterian and Reformed world. Some voices, many associated with the more extreme forms of Christian Nationalism, have begun attacking the idea of pastoral sabbaticals, suggesting that a … Continue reading
True Shepherds in a Time of Plague
In 1665 Bubonic Plague, the “Black Death” as it was called at the time, broke out in the city of London, and thousands died. Almost immediately, the royalty left the city, followed quickly by the rich, and then as one … Continue reading
Posted in Charity, Encouragement, History, Pastoral Theology, The Puritans
Tagged 1665, black death, Bubonic Plague, Church Services, compassion, Corona Virus, Covid-19, Death, London, plague, Puritans, sickness, sympathy
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7 Reasons Christians Should STAY On Facebook
I read a lot of messages encouraging people to leave Facebook (and other social networks) these days and in partial answer to those calls, I wanted to outline 7 Reasons I believe Christians should STAY on Facebook. I hope this … Continue reading
A Reflection on the 21 Christian Martyrs Murdered by IS Who Died with the Name of their Savior, Jesus, on their Lips
Romans 8:28 assures us “that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” and so when I saw the way my Egyptian brothers in Christ were called upon … Continue reading
Posted in Apologetics, Encouragement, God's Sovereignty, History, Islam, Reflections
Tagged Christianity, Coptic, Egyptian, ISIS, Islam, Islamism, Martyrs, Muhammad, Reconciliation, Sovereignty, Terrorism, Unity, Witness
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Another Year is Dawning
Another year is dawning, Dear Master, let it be, In working or in waiting, Another year for Thee. Another year of progress, Another year of praise, Another year of proving, Thy presence all the days. – Frances Ridley Havergal (January … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement, Prayer
Tagged Frances Ridley Havergal, New Year's Day, Resolutions
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The Problem with Problems
I wrote the following 11 points a while back as reminders to myself. I meant them to be applied to my own pastoral ministry, but they strike me as equally applicable to everyone: When your ministry (or life) is full … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement, Pastoral Theology, Piety, Reflections
Tagged Blessings, Challenges, Courage, Depression, Difficulties, Faith, Gospel, Help, Hope, Life, Ministry, Prayer, Problems, Reminders, Self-Pity
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Ten Suggestions To Help You Grow in Grace and Knowledge in the New Year
1) Read Your Bible Before you read your email, log in to Face Book, turn on the radio, etc. Far too many of us spend time in the world, before we spend time in the Word and as a result … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement, Family Worship, Piety, Prayer, The Means of Grace
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What The Church Can Learn From Antiochus Epiphanes
With the Jewish celebration of Chanukkah just around the corner, I thought it might be worthwhile to briefly consider that portion of the history of God’s people, and determine if there is anything we can learn from the villian and … Continue reading
The Loneliness of the Old School Pastor
Those of you who are pastors or elders of old school conviction may already be very familiar with the experience of ministerial loneliness. This is not a loneliness that comes because of a lack of friends or family, but rather … Continue reading
A Word of Encouragement for Dejected Pastors
In 1660 Charles the Second was restored to the throne of England, and the Puritan revolution in England came to a decisive end. Two years later in 1662 the act of uniformity was passed requiring that all the ministers of … Continue reading
Building Old School Churches 