12 Marks of Excellent Pastoral Ministry
Every true pastor wants to care for God's church in a good way. This article discusses twelve marks of good pastoral ministry.
The Work of the Pastor (Part 2)
This article offers an thorough answer to the question, "Whom does the pastor shepherd?"
The Minister’s Private Prayer
"Preacher" and "Preaching": Some Lexical Observations
In this essay, the author offers some lexical observations on the use of words like "preacher," "preaching," and "proclamation" in the New Testament. This article makes a distinction between a pastor of a local church and a preacher with a missionary calling. The use of these terms in the apostolic fathers is also noted.
Preaching to People: Confession of a Preacher
My Pastor, A Sabbatical
It is well known that many a pastor suffers from stress, burnout, or depression. This article gives insight into how pastors can be spared from this. A sabbatical is something that churches have to think about as a gift to their pastor.
The Perfect Pastor
This article shows what a so-called perfect pastor looks like. Since none exists, this article shows what every pastor must strive for.
Shepherding the Flock
The Service of Leading
Using an example from the world of music, this author illustrates the kind of commitment and humility that is required in leaders. These qualities are required in pastors as leaders of the church, and fit with Ephesians 4:15-16.
Gospel-centered Pastoral Counselling
For the pastor to be able to exercise gospel-centred pastoral counselling, he must have a conviction of the authority of scripture over daily life. Belief in Scripture's teaching about God, man, salvation, church, and the future guides pastoral counselling.