Bi-vocational ministry may feel like a second-class gig, but Paul brags about it as a core value in his life. There is definitely an upside to the grind.

Bootleg Bonus Feature: Excerpt from The Furnace prayer meeting in Shreveport, LA. Bad audio, raw prayer time. Hope this encourages you to run for Jesus!

More info about dealing with problem people. Are our own insecurities causing our problems?

Sometimes you have to deal with false prophets, false teachers, and generally disruptive people who have bad motives and will absolutely destroy your flock. As a leader, don’t be afraid to deal with them with the authority God has given you.

If you are serving God in a hard place, breaking new ground, revitalizing dormant churches, then you know what it’s like In The Trenches. I’ve been there for over thirty years. Let’s walk together.