The Pastor's Ministry: Biblical Priorities for Faithful Shepherds by Brian Croft

Description: The Pastor's Ministry by Brian Croft In the Pastors Ministry, pastor and author Brian Croft looks to the Scriptures to determine the top ten priorities for a faithful pastoral ministry. These biblically rooted responsibilities help pastors determine how to spend their time, do what God desires for their daily tasks, and with greater discernment respond to the demands of the church. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Every pastor struggles with demands for his time, and how to determine priorities in ministry. Some choose to respond to the most urgent needs, while others seek a more balanced and intentional approach. But what determines these priorities? Where should a busy pastor look for wisdom in making decisions? In the Pastors Ministry, pastor and author Brian Croft looks to the Scriptures to determine the top ten priorities for a faithful pastoral ministry. These biblically rooted responsibilities help pastors determine how to spend their time and with greater discernment respond to the demands of the church. Each of these priorities is rooted in a direct command of Gods Word, including: Guarding the Truth Preaching and Teaching the Word Praying for the Flock Setting an Example Visiting the Sick Comforting the Grieving Caring for Widows Confronting Sin Encouraging the Faint-Hearted Identifying and Training Other Leaders To be successful and faithful in pastoral ministry, every pastor needs to understand these core callings and make them part of his regular practice.These ten responsibilities guide how a pastor schedules his time, helping him to lay the foundation for a biblically faithful ministry in his church. Author Biography Brian Croft is Senior Pastor of Auburndale Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky. Brian is the founder of Practical Shepherding, a non-profit organization committed to equipping pastors all over the world in the practical matters of pastoral ministry. Table of Contents Introduction: Gods shepherds are to "shepherd the flock of God among you" (1 Peter 4:2). Shepherds are to watch over the flock as one who will give an account (Heb. 13:17) until the Chief Shepherd appears (1 Peter 5:4).Chapter 1: Guard the Truth (1 Tim 4.6-7, 16; 6.20-21; 2 Tim 1.13-14; 2.1-2)Chapter 2: Preach and Teach the Word (1 Tim 4:13; 2 Tim. 4:2; Acts 6.2)Chapter 3: Pray for the Flock (Eph. 6:18-20, 1 Thess. 5:17; Acts 6.2)Chapter 4: Set an Example (1 Tim 4.12; 1 Pt 5.3 cf. 1 Cor 11.1)Chapter 5: Visit the Sick (James 5:14, Matt. 25:31-40)Chapter 6: Comfort the Grieving (1 Thess. 4:13-17, John 11)Chapter 7: Care for Widows (1 Tim. 5:3, Acts 6:1-7)Chapter 8: Confront Sin (1 Cor. 5, Matt. 18, 1 Thess. 3, Titus 3)Chapter 9: Encourage the Faint-Hearted (1 Thess. 5:14, Rom. 14:1)Chapter 10: Identify and Train Other Leaders (Acts 6:1-7, 13:1-3; 2 Tim 2.2)Conclusion Long Description Every pastor struggles with demands for his time, and how to determine priorities in ministry. Some choose to respond to the most urgent needs, while others seek a more balanced and intentional approach. But what determines these priorities? Where should a busy pastor look for wisdom in making decisions? In the Pastors Ministry, pastor and author Brian Croft looks to the Scriptures to determine the top ten priorities for a faithful pastoral ministry. These biblically rooted responsibilities help pastors determine how to spend their time and with greater discernment respond to the demands of the church. Each of these priorities is rooted in a direct command of Gods Word, including: Guarding the Truth Preaching and Teaching the Word Praying for the Flock Setting an Example Visiting the Sick Comforting the Grieving Caring for Widows Confronting Sin Encouraging the Faint-Hearted Identifying and Training Other Leaders To be successful and faithful in pastoral ministry, every pastor needs to understand these core callings and make them part of his regular practice. These ten responsibilities guide how a pastor schedules his time, helping him to lay the foundation for a biblically faithful ministry in his church. Details ISBN0310516595 Author Brian Croft Pages 192 Audience Age 18-99 Publisher Zondervan Year 2015 ISBN-10 0310516595 ISBN-13 9780310516590 Format Paperback Imprint Zondervan Subtitle Biblical Priorities for Faithful Shepherds Place of Publication Grand Rapids Country of Publication United States DEWEY 253 Short Title PASTORS MINISTRY Language English Media Book Illustrations black & white illustrations Publication Date 2015-03-31 Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2015-04-23 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:126505148;

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