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The Ministry® Magazine podcast provides practical, theologically deep, and inspirational content to support your ministry.
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Is the Sabbath rest a timeless command, or has it evolved with new covenant practices? How does Hebrews 4:9 challenge common arguments against Sabbath observance?
Can you find the Decalogue hidden in New Testament teachings that don’t quote the commandments directly? How does the New Testament affirm the first four commandments of the Decalogue without quoting them explicitly?
How can the Seventh-day Adventist Church balance rapid growth with quality discipleship? Explore the challenges and opportunities of enhancing both membership numbers and spiritual depth in a changing global landscape.
Is the modern worship experience failing to address the true essence of reverence and mission? How can worship shift from being a mere emotional experience to a powerful motivator for God’s mission?
How do we respond to feedback, both positive and negative, as leaders? This article explores the importance of receiving and giving constructive criticism, drawing on the experiences of King David and offering practical tips for effective communication in pastoral leadership.
Are you aware that your spiritual life may have a “hole” that prevents you from fully experiencing God’s blessings? This article explores the futility of ignoring our shortcomings and emphasizes the importance of admitting, confessing, and addressing the issues in our spiritual lives to be effective vessels for God’s work.
What are the implications of declining trust in clergy and society, and how can Christian leaders respond effectively? How do social change theories like conflict theory and development theory illuminate the future of trust and its impact on Christian ministry?
How is the crisis of mental health affecting pastors and their families within the Christian church? What role do serotonin levels play in depression, and how can lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, help improve mental well-being without the side effects of medication?
How is technology, particularly AI, reshaping pastoral ministry and church outreach? What opportunities do AI tools like chatbots offer for enhancing communication and engagement within congregations? Conversely, what threats do they pose to personal connection and theological accuracy in pastoral care?
What role does compassionate leadership play in the Seventh-day Adventist Church and how does it align with biblical principles and the mission to serve? Why is balancing technology with human compassion crucial for effective church leadership? How can church leaders model Jesus's example of empathy?
Exploring the fundamentals of discipleship: prayer, Bible study, and meditation on the Word of God.
How can we live a life of purity and holiness in a world filled with sexual immorality? This article explores the transformative power of God’s Word in overcoming moral struggles and embracing true heart holiness through a deep relationship with Christ.
How do we guide others toward transformation while staying true to God’s Word? This article explores the delicate balance between love, truth, and the call for repentance, as well as the role of pastors in leading people to Jesus without compromising biblical standards.
Exploring three things that can maximize evangelism results: understanding the community you are targeting, building a missional culture, and developing goals for members to become strong disciples.
When we invite congregations to engage in personal evangelistic ministry, we must teach principles that transcend years and contexts yet appear fresh and relevant. Here are three principles to apply to your personal evangelistic ministry.
Revitalizing a stagnant or dying church is difficult work. Exploring 3 components needed for revitalizing a church: (1) a spiritual foundation, (2) intentional discipleship, and (3) discerning God’s vision.
A lay member's act that humbled a pastor.
Exploring the components of proclamation evangelism: proclaimer, the proclamation (the message), and the proclamation’s results.
How can ministers effectively address the complex topic of Creation within their congregations while navigating the tension between biblical accounts and scientific perspectives? This article provides practical steps for integrating Creation discussions into discipleship while maintaining theological integrity.
Are Christians neglecting their God-given duty to care for nature? Discover how the Bible calls for stewardship of the environment, and why respecting creation is a vital part of faith.
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