Resources
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"Take Heed"
Take heed, leaders! How? Spiritually, physically, emotionally. To what? To ourselves, to the flock, to the doctrine. Will taking heed be easy...or at least, optional? Of course not: we are at war! It will be hard, but we can do it, thanks to God and the Word of His grace.
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A First Century Look at Church Standards
Are church standards biblical? A look at the guidance, teaching and direction that the apostles gave to first century elders and churches.
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- Joshua Porter
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- Pilgrim Mennonite Conference
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Are We Like Christ?
In character and in method of ministry, Christ is the perfect example and standard for all who follow Him.
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Barefoot Shepherds at the Burning Bush
God had lessons to teach Moses, the barefoot shepherd, about leadership, and the lessons he learned have been recorded for our profit. The five questions God asked him are to us also, and answering them well will gain us the crown of glory that will be offered by the Chief Shepherd.
- Author
- James S. Martin
- Publisher
- Pilgrim Mennonite Conference
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Brotherhood Agreements: Are They Man-made Holiness?
An elder speaks regarding brotherhood agreements—a concept common in Anabaptist groups. While abuse of practical agreements are devastating, Dale explores the potential for brotherhoods to come together in genuine unity of life.
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CEOs in the Church?
Will the pastor or the leader who functions as a CEO neglect the essence of the Gospel—to preach Christ without compromise and show genuine love and concern, meeting spiritual needs? Can he do this when his main focus is on bolstering attendance?
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Church Discipline - Part One
The true church is a disciplined church. This two-part sermon discusses five Scripture passages related to this subject. Discipline is not done TO, but FOR, someone. It is a necessary, right and normal part of New Testament church life, as a pure Bride prepares to meet her Groom, the Lord Jesus.
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Church Discipline - Part Two
In this two-part sermon, five Scripture passages relating to discipline and the authority of the church to make directives and require compliance are reviewed. Unrepentant sinners bring an insidious leaven into the group which cannot be tolerated. But there is a redemptive way to deal with sin.
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Fact-Based Versus Intuitive-Based Administration
We do well to study the fruit of our administration and ponder these two vastly different administrational concepts. They do not produce the same fruit. May we follow the Lord of the church, and find the strength of brotherhood that God wants for us.
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How to Help Youth That Fail
How can we offer help to troubled youth in a way that they can benefit? Below are seven ways to hold out a helping hand instead of pointing an accusing finger.
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Instructions Concerning Bishops and Deacons
The leadership of the church is very important. In the book of 1st Timothy Paul spends a considerable amount of time talking about the character traits men must display if they are to be bishops or deacons.
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Instructions Concerning Various Members
Timothy, the spiritual leader of the church at Ephesus, was given instructions by Paul on how to relate to various members of God's family. There are a variety of people in our congregations, but there is a proper way to relate to each one.
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MTO Church Life
The made-to-order church life mentality is believing that church life or congregational life must be just as I want it....and this mentality is the sinful culprit responsible for the chaos found in too many churches. Yet there is a proper response to concerns noticed in the congregation.
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Performance Versus Brotherhood
On what basis should a Christian church operate: perfection or brotherhood? Is Christ more interested in whether people "look good" and fulfill the expected requirements, or whether people are genuine and open? They may appear the same, outwardly, but their motives are worlds apart.
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Peter: A Restored Leader
Although Simon Peter denied Jesus three times on the night before His crucifixion he later became one of the pillars of the church. His example should be an encouragement to all who have fallen in their Christian lives.
