by sdbarnard | Aug 4, 2017 | Devotional |
These words are found in Hebrews 11:6. The entire verse reads, And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. (ESV) Earlier in the same chapter the writer of...
by sdbarnard | Jun 16, 2017 | Devotional |
Men and women of the church are commanded to help one caught in sin (Gal 6:1ff.), but the officers of the church are commanded, not only to seek the lost sheep, but to proactively be involved in the transformation of lives by the ministry of the Word (Adams, A...
by sdbarnard | Jun 9, 2017 | Devotional |
In what or whom do you hope? …and having hope is crucial in life—especially in the storms of life. Proverbs 13:12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life. To be sure, one may have the wrong hopes (cravings, desires,...
by sdbarnard | May 26, 2017 | Devotional |
God intends for His saints to be counseled from His Word by His saints. Indeed, He expects every pastor to shepherd His flock as an under-shepherd. Though pastors are required to look for problems, the people are responsible to help those caught in poor responses...
by sdbarnard | Apr 28, 2017 | Devotional |
By Keith Christensen (excerpt from ACBC’s blog) I am currently in the twilight hours of the third and final phase in the ACBC certification process: supervision. I’ve grown convinced of the profitability (I’m tempted to say “necessity”) of supervision while...
