April 28, 2026
Learning to Lean
Using Bill Withers’ “Lean on Me,” David Faust challenges the claim that faith is merely a crutch. Scripture calls us to trust the Lord, reject self-reliance, and lean fully on God’s strength and comfort.
Articles for tag: Proverbs 3:5
September 1, 2021
The Pastor’s Most Rewarding Ministry
As I look back over 50 years in ministry, my wife and I have been blessed in so many ways. We have had the opportunity to serve in churches of all sizes with staff members and elders who love God. We’ve had some difficult situations and struggles, but most of our experiences have been positive. Watching lives change as people accept Jesus has been a great joy. By far, my greatest reward in ministry has been seeing all of my children and grandchildren become Christ followers. All three of my children are in full-time ministry and several of my grandchildren
December 28, 2010
A Ministry Based on Proverbs
By Javan Rowe It”s hard to find any part of our lives not affected by the state of our nation”s economy. Unemployment is up, businesses are folding, and individuals are paying much closer attention to personal finances. The church is not exempt from such challenges. How can our ministries survive today”s hard times? There”s no sure answer. As the Bible says, “Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth” (Proverbs 27:1*). But the book of Proverbs does offer wisdom to help our ministries succeed. Three principles in particular can help. Prayer Proverbs
May 30, 2010
Leading People Toward Redemption and Restoration (Part 3)
By Ken Swatman “People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed; never throw out anyone.” “”Audrey Hepburn, American actress Everything about Jesus””his birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection””shouts redemption and restoration to a lost and broken world. Jesus” foundational purpose was, and still is, to seek and save the lost, to purchase back that which was bartered, sold, or stolen, and to reestablish and heal our relationship to his Father. As pastors and leaders, we are entrusted with the position and responsibility of helping people navigate the deep waters of sin, repentance, redemption, and
