Shepherds' Conference is a three-day pastors conference held in early March at Grace Community Church in Los Angeles this is the church that John MacArthur has pastored for years What started years or so ago with about pastors has grown into church leaders and laymen gathering from all corners of the world The mission of Shepherds Conference is to provide the opportunity for men in church leadership to be challenged in their commitment to biblical ministry and to find encouragement together as servants of the Chief Shepherd That's basically what takes place over those three days Some of the most [... more]

As the day of his martyrdom approached the Apostle Paul wrote letters to a young pastor named Timothy to prepare him for the challenges ahead Today R C Sproul discusses the instruction these letters provide on church leadership Get the 'Dust to Glory' Special Edition DVD and Digital Study Guide for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org dust-to-glory Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries Explore all of our podcasts https www ligonier org podcasts [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Questions in this Episode What should I do if my work prohibits me from saying Merry Christmas How much transparency should church leadership have on church finances Does the Bible support unitarian beliefs How can I reach someone who is skeptical of ChristianityI Today's Offer Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core View our latest special offers here or call - -THE-CORE - - to request them by [... more]

Churches are supposed to be founded on the Bible and the enduring proven truths of Christianity So why do so many of them get infiltrated by modern secular doctrines and values Pastors Caden Metcalf Jon Benzinger and Ryan Visconti all of them leaders at thriving Bible-based churches explain why church leaders must avoid the danger of fake compassion and be willing to lose some parishioners for the sake of preserving true Christian doctrine and saving souls Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Prayer isn't reserved for church leaders and teachers or those who are particularly religious It's essential in every Christian's life Join Alistair Begg on Truth For Life as he considers why prayer was Paul's highest priority even above preaching ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'A Study in Ephesians Volume The Mystery of the Gospel ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read our most [... more]

Is church leadership a career choice or a calling Can anyone choose to be a pastor Find out how Saul a Pharisee and fierce persecutor of Christians became the apostle Paul zealous minister of the Gospel That's on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'A Study in Ephesians Volume The Mystery of the Gospel ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation [... more]

What images come to mind when you hear the word leader The world's leader seeks power and renown and is lifted up based on talent appearance and cunning But Peter - portrays the biblical image of the leader as a servant Today Rich unpacks the text to show how a leader must think and function within the church God's Word presents church leadership as a weighty responsibility that requires a constant view toward the cross and eternity [... more]

What images come to mind when you hear the word leader The world's leader seeks power and renown and is lifted up based on talent appearance and cunning But Peter - portrays the biblical image of the leader as a servant Today Rich unpacks the text to show how a leader must think and function within the church God's Word presents church leadership as a weighty responsibility that requires a constant view toward the cross and eternity [... more]

What images come to mind when you hear the word leader The world's leader seeks power and renown and is lifted up based on talent appearance and cunning But Peter - portrays the biblical image of the leader as a servant Today Rich unpacks the text to show how a leader must think and function within the church God's Word presents church leadership as a weighty responsibility that requires a constant view toward the cross and eternity [... more]

What images come to mind when you hear the word leader The world's leader seeks power and renown and is lifted up based on talent appearance and cunning But Peter - portrays the biblical image of the leader as a servant Today Rich unpacks the text to show how a leader must think and function within the church God's Word presents church leadership as a weighty responsibility that requires a constant view toward the cross and eternity [... more]

When a large tree falls in the forest it brings down smaller trees in its wake Similarly when sin brings down a church leader many others are hurt So what should we look for in church leaders Hear the answer on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

After having encouraged the Church to stand strong in faith during difficult times the Apostle Peter turns to Church leaders the shepherds to describe three attitude principles of how they are to care for the flock Like the Good Shepherd Jesus they are to serve willingly enthusiastically and selflessly And what is the incentive to shepherd well Anticipation of the Chief Shepherd's return and the awaiting reward for leading the sheep safely to His feet [... more]

The theme of shepherding is common throughout the Bible but it's not really an analogy our culture can relate to like people in Biblical times It is however the perfect illustration of Church leadership In these verses from Peter the Apostle defines this divine calling of leadership reminding Church shepherds to guard guide feed and love the flock But whether a shepherd or a sheep we must all follow the ultimate Good Shepherd Jesus Christ [... more]

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Mark Morgan the former Chief of CBP Under President Trump discuss the open bporder Caretel and terrorist activity and the potential for an attack It only takes one miss by the CBP and Operation Lonestar but the terrorist gets numerous chances Pastor Greg discusses the role of the church in fighting the evil in this nation Also the need to deliver the message of hope and not a message that violates the word of God and keeps both church leaders and the people out of heaven [... more]

Church leaders are familiar with the frequent pressures and challenges that accompany the wonderful privileges of ministry work Investigate these challenges and find out how to prepare for them when you study along with Alistair Begg on Truth For Life Listen [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Questions in this Episode How should we approach different views about women in church leadership roles What does hospitality look like when your neighbors are LGBTQ Is the Jesus Calling devotional consistent with the Bible What can I do when I'm haunted by my past sins What does the Bible say about people who use prophecy to make money Today's Offer Philippians Bible Study Request our latest special offers here or call - -THE-CORE - - to request them by phone Want to partner with us in [... more]

Does the Bible allow for women pastors nbsp This is one of the most hotly debated topics in the church today and many church leaders nbsp will not address it out of fear of offending someone or ruffling feathers But we cannot steer clear of issues because someone may get upset --- Support this podcast https anchor fm god st support [... more]

By God's grace we have the opportunity to help shape the future of the church in Africa Today Ligonier President Chris Larson is joined by Rosemary Jensen of the Rafiki Foundation to continue a conversation about distributing Reformation Study Bibles to African pastors and teachers Will you help Help Send Thousands of Reformation Study Bibles to Pastors Students and Church Leaders in Africa https gift renewingyourmind org bibles-for-africa Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

A famine is ravaging the continent of Africa--a growing hunger for God's Word Today listen to a conversation that R C Sproul shared with Rosemary Jensen of the Rafiki Foundation about an initiative to distribute Reformation Study Bibles to African pastors and teachers Help Send Thousands of Reformation Study Bibles to Pastors Students and Church Leaders in Africa https gift renewingyourmind org bibles-for-africa Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

The bag of snack chips was small but it taught an American missionary a big lesson Working one evening nbsp in the Dominican Republic she arrived nbsp at a church meeting and opened her chips when a woman she hardly knew reached and grabbed a few from the bag Others helped themselves too How rude the missionary thought Then she realized a humbling lesson She didn rsquo t yet understand the culture where she rsquo d agreed to serve Rather than emphasizing individualism as in the United States she learned that life in the Dominican Republic is lived in community [... more]

Have you ever considered the incredible influence Jesus' disciples had on the st century world I mean there was only a handful of 'em preaching so how were they so successful In this program Chip answers that question as he wraps up his series The High Impact Pastor Building God's Church Jesus' Way He identifies barriers that keep church leaders from effectively changing their world and how to overcome them [... more]

In these challenging days have you ever stopped to consider how your pastor's doing In this program Chip begins a new series called The High Impact Pastor Building God's Church Jesus' Way He'll offer hope to church leaders who are discouraged and struggling and share how everyday people like you and me can support 'em [... more]

Some of us expect church leaders to be perfect an impossibility since they're only human But Scripture does call them to be above reproach Consider the attributes that should be present or absent in elders That's on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

When leadership is headed in the wrong direction the whole congregation often follows So how can a church avoid going astray Discover the foundational elements of effective church leaders when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

When walking at night or visiting unfamiliar territory we're often told There's safety in numbers Find out why that also holds true for church leadership Listen as we examine the priority and necessity of elders on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

A famine is ravaging the continent of Africa--a growing hunger for God's Word Today Ligonier President Chris Larson is joined by Rosemary Jensen of the Rafiki Foundation to discuss an expanded initiative to distribute Reformation Study Bibles to African pastors and teachers Will you help Help Send Thousands of Reformation Study Bibles to Pastors Students and Church Leaders in Africa https gift renewingyourmind org bibles-for-africa Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

Paul spoke with passionate conviction about the Bible's truth even at the risk of his own life His bold approach in proclaiming God's Word sets a high standard So how can today's church leaders measure up Find out on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Change can be difficult but sometimes it's necessary So how can church leaders overcome opposition to implement the right changes Find out how to effectively handle resistance with wisdom purpose and kindness on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Last week we discussed part of our topic on the fracture taking place at McClean Bible Church just outside Washington DC where well-known Evangelical leader and author David Platt is the lead pastor The story has been covered in national media including Christianity Today which stated To some observers McLean Bible Church's conflict seems like a replay of other recent episodes from American evangelicalism where leaders who appeal to Scripture to address social issues are accused of theological liberalism or secular influence even if they continue to hold traditional Christian views More succinctly it appears that David Platt sees ethnic [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Questions in this Episode Should Christians be concerned about getting vaccines I have heard some politicians and church leaders say that some Christians should repent of the sin of whiteness Is there anything in the Bible that supports this My understanding is that all people are equally sinful and worthy of God's judgment so what is a Christian supposed to make of this idea How do we respond when someone says we should repent of whiteness What does the Bible say about cremation If people keep writing [... more]

David Platt is one of the most influential evangelical pastors in America He came to prominence after the release of his best-selling book Radical Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream He has served as president of the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention one of the largest missionary sending agencies in the world and since has been pastor at McLean Bible Church a mega-church with four locations located just outside Washington DC in Virginia His tenure at the church has not been smooth at least not of late Prior to his sermon on July Platt called [... more]

In this episode we are joined by retired Salvation Army officers Majors Larry and Evelyn Repass They joined us to discuss how we go about encouraging mission-mindedness from our preaching If we are building them up to send them out - are we worried about filling seats What is our responsibilities as church leadership to encourage a mission-minded congregation Series SENT https salvationarmysoundcast org wordsoflife [... more]

Many Christians today are concerned about the moral condition of our nation But what is the best way to 'reclaim America' for Christ Stop focusing on saving culture and start focusing on saving souls [... more]

Hey Fireflies Welcome to this bonus episode of Outer Brightness From Mormon to Jesus The Apostate Paul here I'm recording a new intro for this episode because since Matthew the Nuclear Calvinist and I recorded this episode on July the state of affairs has changed So in this intro I'm going to provide a quick timeline In or the LDS Church began publishing Gospel Topics Essays designed to allow church members to learn about difficult topics in LDS Church history and doctrine directly from the Church's official website rather than other online sources These essays have the imprimatur of the [... more]

Hey Fireflies Welcome to this bonus episode of Outer Brightness From Mormon to Jesus The Apostate Paul here I'm recording a new intro for this episode because since Matthew the Nuclear Calvinist and I recorded this episode on July the state of affairs has changed So in this intro I'm going to provide a quick timeline In or the LDS Church began publishing Gospel Topics Essays designed to allow church members to learn about difficult topics in LDS Church history and doctrine directly from the Church's official website rather than other online sources These essays have the imprimatur of the [... more]

Hey Fireflies Welcome to this bonus episode of Outer Brightness From Mormon to Jesus The Apostate Paul here I'm recording a new intro for this episode because since Matthew the Nuclear Calvinist and I recorded this episode on July the state of affairs has changed So in this intro I'm going to provide a quick timeline In or the LDS Church began publishing Gospel Topics Essays designed to allow church members to learn about difficult topics in LDS Church history and doctrine directly from the Church's official website rather than other online sources These essays have the imprimatur of the [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Where should I go in the Bible to address alcoholism Is it a sin to be cremated Does the New Testament say that we do not need the laws of the Old Testament I recently saw that one of the biggest churches in America ordained women to pastoral ministry This is the first time the church has done this Did the church leaders just change their mind or do you think this is a practice that more churches should begin doing Can we donate our bodies to [... more]

This episode wraps the discussion the sons of light had on priesthood Here they cover questions around placing oneself under the authority of local church leaders whether or not they have more confidence without the LDS priesthood what they would say to a Latter-day Saint who claims that exclusive LDS priesthood authority is necessary for ordinances to be effectual and finally they dig into some of the common proof texts Latter-day Saints use to argue for the necessity of their priesthood [... more]

The sons of light continue their discussion of the LDS and Christian views of priesthood The questions this time cover topics of worthiness the perception that Latter-day Saints have that Christians lack authority local church leadership in the churches Paul Matthew and Michael attend and trusting church leadership after Mormonism [... more]

What's a pastor's ultimate goal While preaching teaching and warning the congregation are essential objectives they're not the primary purpose Paul identified Hear an instructive message for church leaders and members on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Paul said pastors are responsible for presenting others mature in Christ What does this directive mean for church leaders today How can they fulfill their obligation Hear the answers on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Is church leadership a matter of personal choice According to Paul vocational ministry represents far more than an individual's career decision Join us on Truth For Life as Alistair Begg takes a closer look at God's role in establishing pastors Listen [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Key questions answered in today's show Does Corinthians mean a married woman needs to wear a head covering anytime she is in public I have read where someone said that the Greek wording indicates that the women were to keep the head covering on when praying or prophesying as if it was something they were expected to wear in public but were pulling it off in the church when doing these activities Are women to wear this all of the time I have also read quotes from [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Key questions answered in today's show The San Diego Union Tribune reported that churches will now be allowed to hold drive in services Now that congregations are able to physically gather in this limited way how would you advice church leaderships to utilize this method of gathering effectively and should the church administer the sacraments of baptism and the Lord's Supper during this time especially in the light of social distancing and the specific order of refraining from direct or indirect physical touch with others What sort [... more]

Open calls questions and discussion with Matt Slick LIVE in the studio Questions include--- - What is the difference between Christianity and Catholicism--- - Have you ever heard that the Pope is the false prophet--- - Is there a problem with Bethel music--- - What is the difference between Christians and Catholics--- - In Acts when Paul was struck blind and didn't eat or drink for three days was that when he was brought up to the third heaven--- - What do you think of the government using this virus to violate the constitution--- - If women can't be pastors [... more]

Contrary to popular opinion God's criterion for Church leaders isn't charisma experience eloquence and education it's humility [... more]

Paul is under house arrest He is isolated from his friends Church leaders in Rome have abandoned him Yet strangely he isn't longing for freedom or praying for comforts His sole desire is to see the Church of God being unified in humility [... more]

Today Christian celebrities get all the plaudits Whether they be mega-church leaders actors athletes musicians or authors we tend to hold them in higher regard than others But in this investigation of Paul's inspired words in Philippians Stephen warns us to change the way we think [... more]

On today's show Aimee talks with Dr Nikolov and guests Phil and Beth Bruns about how we can help our youth to find their way in the world THE CURE Live streamed podcast is hosted by Aimee Cabo and offers a platform of hope to anyone who has experienced domestic violence abuse mental illness any trauma or is experiencing problems now in their lives It's a place to find comfort knowledge strategies answers hope and love while healing the wounds and 'affirming' that you are not alone Join Aimee and her professional guests on The Cure with Aimee Cabo podcast [... more]