Aug 1, 2017 | Inspiration, Perspectives
One of the most difficult aspects of a pastor’s job is the role of counselor. No two situations are the same, so there is no one-size-fits-all way to go into a counseling situation. Many times an issue can’t be resolved by just talking with a minister; a person may...
Oct 12, 2016 | Inspiration, Pastor's Life, Perspectives
The ministries of greeting people and showing hospitality may be two of the least recognized areas of church ministry. In fact, many people may not think of them as ministry at all, but they are vital to your church. You will notice I am referring to them in the...
Aug 19, 2016 | Inspiration
As sad as it is, adultery happens, and it is not restricted to non-believers. It also happens in the church and sometimes among the leadership. A church can be in a real quandary as to how to handle such a serious situation. My husband has never pastored a church...
Jul 1, 2016 | Inspiration, Perspectives
For most of his ministry, my husband has pastored rural churches. He feels called to serve smaller churches, to “remind them . . . to be ready for every good work” (Titus 3:1 nkjv). Pastoring in a rural community is a mixed blessing. On the positive side, we have...
Jun 8, 2016 | Inspiration, Perspectives
Throughout our years of ministry, my husband and I have had some wonderful relationships with former pastors of our church and their wives. Normally we see them at funerals—many times my husband and some of the former pastors conduct funerals together, and sometimes...
