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This text had its beginnings early one morning just prior to a Seminar for training Pastors and Church Leaders. I had already advertised that my topic would be the "Do's and Don'ts of Pastoring". I said to my wife Yvonne, "What practical things have we learnt over the last thirty years of ministry?" Within thirty minutes we had written down about fifty do's and don'ts of ministry.
When the seminar started I put these up on the overhead point by point and made a few comments. A lively dialogue followed. It was a real success. The pastors and leaders were very enthusiastic. They loved it. Many said it was the best seminar they had ever attended. Read more
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Don't take the Blame when the Blame is not yours
For example: the smoker you have prayed for three times, comes back and looks at you, as if to say, I am still smoking and your prayer did not work! You may feel you have failed. Your pray didn't work! Hey! You're not the smoker! He has the problem. How will it sound if he dies of lung cancer, goes to the Lord and says, "Lord why did you let me die of lung cancer? ...
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"John's writing on Practical Wisdom for Pastoral Leaders is relevant, practical and extremely necessary for leaders and pastors, guaranteeing longevity in ministry and enhancing good people relationships. A must for all pastors." Kindah Greening |