If you are a Christian, there is a good chance you know someone in the midst of trial. If you are a pastor, that “chance” becomes almost a certainty. Perhaps you are going through your own “fiery trial” at the moment. As Don Carson puts it, “All we have to do is live long enough and we will suffer.” Pastors should always be preparing their … Continue reading How to Help Others Through Trials
When I became a pastor several years ago, I quickly realized that the dropout rate among pastors was high. Statistics vary, but in my own experience I have known several pastors who left the ministry for one reason or another. We lament over this, but we sometimes forget there are also pastors who have persevered for decades in ministry. My friend and mentor Dave Lewis … Continue reading Celebrating 70 years in Ministry – Pastor Dave Lewis
By Milt Herrold Jr. Pastor of Big Valley Alliance Church, Belleville, PA Intimacy is the sharing of one’s heart with another, while fully trusting that the deep and/or fragile secrets shared will not be criticized, nor will the heart of the one sharing be stepped on by the other person. In short, intimacy requires trust and vulnerability. God desires intimacy with His children (1 Cor. … Continue reading God’s Gift of Intimacy
Shepherd the Flock 