The Pastors' Club
The Pastors' Club

Author: Paul Lyon

Publisher: Lyon Bow Press

Published: 2015-06-10

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 9780996114806

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This book challenges pastors to step down from their exalted position and return to the New Testament form of local church leadership by a council of elders-men whose character, not their gifts or degrees, qualify them to lead God's family on earth. It takes a tortured twisting of the words of Jesus and his disciples to defend the professional positions of today's clergy. The division between the clergy and the laity violates the teachings of Jesus and the practice of the apostles. Jesus did not appoint one of his disciples over the others. After his resurrection, none claimed such a role. Neither Jesus nor his disciples was a member of the religious hierarchy or a trained scholar. Yet he entrusted to them the mission of carrying the good news to the whole world. America needs a family, yet our churches look like any other corporate organization or political government. In The Pastors' Club, author Paul S. Lyon provides an analysis of the teachings of Jesus and his disciples demonstrating that only elders are called to collectively pastor and oversee the local church. A single local leader-pastor, bishop, priest, or even chief elder-has no basis in scripture.

Pastor Needs a Boo
Pastor Needs a Boo

Author: Michele Andrea Bowen

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2014-07-08

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 0312643373

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Michele Andrea Bowen made a name for herself years ago during the African-American inspirational fiction craze. Now, in Pastor Needs a Boo, she's back with an amazing journey of faith, drama, and love. It was a regular New Jerusalem Gospel United Church work day for Reverend Denzelle Flowers when Veronica Washington, Keisha Jackson, and Marsha Metcalf showed up after losing their jobs on the same day, same morning, and almost at the same time. Denzelle struggled to solve that first problem. The other problem—the lovely Marsha—would be much harder to solve. Denzelle didn't even know how to fight wanting to turn in the playah's card and getting "booed" up with the poster girl for "church girls." Marsha Metcalf and her fellow unemployed church members aren't Denzelle's biggest problem, though. He is running for bishop, and his enemies—a more ruthless consortium of corrupted clergy—want power badly enough to go to rather extreme lengths for it because the stakes are just that high. Now, his ex-wife was back and sleeping with the enemy, digging for dirt. Reverend Denzelle can't fight this battle alone. This pastor needs a ‘boo' who will stand by his side. Before the dust settles, both Marsha and Denzelle's faith and love will be put to the ultimate test.

How Can Our Church Find a Faithful Pastor?
How Can Our Church Find a Faithful Pastor?

Author: Mark Dever

Publisher: Crossway

Published: 2020-09-24

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1433570238

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Many new believers have questions about what it means to live as a Christian in the context of a local church, and pastors are looking for resources to pass along to their congregations to help them think biblically about the Christian life. Church Questions is a series by 9Marks that seeks to provide Christians with sound and accessible biblical teaching by answering common questions about church life. Each booklet offers biblical answers and practical applications with the goal of nurturing healthy church practice and commitment. Each volume offers biblical answers and practical applications with the goal of nurturing healthy church practice and commitment. In this concise booklet, best-selling author Mark Dever offers clear biblical insight to churches in search of new leadership by providing 6 characteristics to look for in a new pastor, along with 11 suggestions of strategies to implement during the process.

The Pastor's Wife
The Pastor's Wife

Author: Gloria Furman

Publisher: Crossway

Published: 2015-04-16

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13: 1433543869

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Pastors' wives are in a privileged—yet often difficult—position. Various challenges make it is easy for ministry wives to feel discouraged about their relationship with God, lose their wonder at the mystery of the church, and forget the joy of serving alongside their husband. In this encouraging and humorous book, Gloria Furman offers pastors' wives a breath of fresh air, reminding readers that Christ stands ready to help regardless of the circumstance—whether it's late-night counseling sessions, unrealistic expectations about how they spend their time, or complaints about their husbands' preaching. Filled with life-giving truth from God's Word regarding the privilege of ministry in Christ's name, this book will help women joyfully treasure their Savior, serve their husbands, and love their churches.

The Business of Church
The Business of Church

Author: Stephen D. Lentz

Publisher:

Published: 2018-01-03

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13: 9781946615725

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"Studies have shown that most pastors enter the ministry to "help people" and "preach the Word of God", yet 80-90% of their time spent in the ministry has nothing to do with either of these noble desires! Most of your time as a pastor is spent managing the business of church! The vast majority of my pastor friends are failing miserably in this area. Why? Seminary does not teach business principles! In this book, you will identify crucial business areas that can have an incredible impact on your local church! Successfully addressing the crucial concepts in this book can ensure the sustainability, reach, and ultimate success of your church!"--Back cover

Pastors in the Classics
Pastors in the Classics

Author: Leland Ryken

Publisher: Baker Books

Published: 2012-01-01

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1441235884

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Throughout the history of English literature, church ministers have figured prominently in novels, plays, morality tales, and even poetry. Pastors in the Classics is a unique, unprecedented collection of relevant literary masterpieces in which the pastor's experience is a major part of the story. Part 1 is a reader's guide to twelve important classics written over four centuries and covering seven different nationalities. Each chapter not only describes and interprets the work in question, it also highlights a specific feature of pastoral ministry explored in the work. Part 2 is a handbook that defines the canon of literary masterpieces that deal with the pastor's experience, offering reading suggestions for both ministers and lovers of literature. From the familiar (The Canterbury Tales; Cry, the Beloved Country; and The Scarlet Letter) to the lesser-known (Silence, Witch Wood) to the surprising (A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man), this collection uncovers the good, the bad, and the ugly ways in which pastors have been presented to the reading public for the past half millennium.

PreachersNSneakers
PreachersNSneakers

Author: Ben Kirby

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 2021-04-27

Total Pages: 253

ISBN-13: 0785238905

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Founder of the phenomenon social media account PreachersNSneakers tackles how faith, capitalism, consumerism, and (wannabe) celebrity have collided and asks both believers and nonbelievers alike: how much is too much? What started as a joke account on Instagram has turned into a movement. Through this provocative project, the founder of PreachersNSneakers is helping thousands of Jesus followers wrestle with the inevitable dilemmas created by our Western culture obsessed with image and entertainment. In PreachersNSneakers: Authenticity in an Age of For-Profit Faith and (Wannabe) Celebrities, Ben Kirby approaches many of the difficult questions plaguing countless Christians’ minds, presenting experiences and input from both sides of difficult questions, such as: Should pastors grow wealthy off of religion, and can their churches ever be too large? Do we really believe that divine blessings are monetary, or is that just religious wallpaper to hide our own greed? Is there space in Christendom for celebrities like Kanye and Bieber to exist without distorting the good news? What about this: Is it wrong for someone—even wrong for author Ben Kirby—to call out faith leaders online and leverage “cancel culture” to affect change? PreachersNSneakers will navigate these challenging questions and many more with humor, wit, candor, and a few never-before-published hijinks. Each chapter will explore the various sides of the debate, holding space for us to make up our own minds. This book is not about finding the perfect, “right” way to do something, but instead learning how to articulate what we believe, why we believe it, and what to do when we want to stand up against cultural norms. This book will doubtlessly become a staple for church small groups, college ministries, and book clubs, emboldening struggling believers who want to live a more genuine faith. After all, the Lord works in mysterious colorways.

The Sunday Soul Singles Club
The Sunday Soul Singles Club

Author: Michele Andrea Bowen

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin

Published: 2020-12-25

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 9780312643393

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Keisha Jackson worked hard for everything she ever got. After years of saving her pennies to pay off her business degree, she's finally working at her dream job as Director of Purchasing at Evangeline T. Marshall University. But when University politics leave Keisha stabbed in the back and without a job, she has two choices-sulk and dial up a fling from her "little pink book," or get herself in gear and call Reverend Flowers. With two other women down on their luck already in the Pastor's Aid Club, the Reverend's going to have to get creative if he's to keep Keisha on the payroll-and keep her soul saved as well... Bay Bowser has been crushing on Keisha for years. Always downgraded to friend status, he's been there every time Keisha wants to talk about one of those fools she hangs around with from her "little pink book." So when the Reverend Flowers suggests that Keisha and Bay start the Sunday Soul Singles Club for all the church folk in his parish without someone special, Bay is happy to do anything that will get him closer to Keisha. But what starts as casual research into the most popular Singles Ministry leads to something much darker-a sinister plan put into action by a group of merciless men, threatening everything that Keisha holds dear. And if she and Bay are to come out of this in one piece, Keisha will have to admit that the Singles Club has led her to her soulmate...

A Second Wind
A Second Wind

Author: T. D. Jakes

Publisher:

Published: 2017-11-09

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781473652071

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While focusing on his core mission to preach the gospel worldwide, T.D. Jakes has seen many good people not spend enough quality time with family, friends, and God. They have gotten so swept up in the daily grind that they have failed to live the rich life that God desires for each of His people. In his new book, Jakes provides readers with strategies that will help them rejuvenate their life and turn their "busyness" into a "business." All readers-not just entrepreneurs-will benefit from Jakes' insightful advice so that they can use the days God has blessed them with wisely and finish each day strong!

The Path to Being a Pastor
The Path to Being a Pastor

Author: Bobby Jamieson

Publisher: Crossway

Published: 2021-08-04

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1433576686

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A man who's been transformed by Christ and desires to preach the gospel might say he feels called to be a pastor. This personal conviction, while heartfelt, doesn't acknowledge important, challenging steps necessary to be a qualified leader. So where should full-time ministry begin? In The Path to Being a Pastor, Bobby Jamieson explains why it's better to emphasize "aspiration" over "calling" as men pursue the office of elder and encourages readers to make sure they are pastorally gifted before considering the role. He shares from his own eleven-year experience preparing to be a pastor by walking potential leaders through different stages of ministry training, from practical steps—such as cultivating godly ambition and leadership, observing healthy churches, and mastering Scripture—to personal advice on building a strong family and succeeding in seminary. Emphasizing the importance of prayer, godly counsel, and immersion in the local church, Jamieson encourages men to ask Am I qualified? instead of Am I called? when considering a life in ministry.