Minister's Toolbox

Censorship is not something I thought I would ever talk about in public or from the pulpit. Times change. Today, I underline the seriousness of our time and what we must do to prepare our churches for an uncertain future.

View the video that got censored from all the media platforms.

During today's program, I reference Stream of Consciousness, which started me thinking about censorship. 

If you would like to enjoy a few hymns along with me, just click here.

I'm quite sure you have never considered this question before, but by the end of this episode, it will make perfect sense. In this midst of the current pandemic and social upheaval, how should pastors lead their churches without succumbing to the fear and trauma around us?

During today's podcast, I referenced my grandfather, James McGovern. Here are some clippings from his brief career in the New York Yankees. 

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People out of work? Churches shut down by government decree? Did the communists take over? No. We chose to close fearing the effects of COVID 19. In a few weeks, it is time to re-open. Here are 5 tips to get your church open again including three special downloads.

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Assembly of God Guidelines to Re-open

The current crisis forced churches everywhere to think differently about how they do ministry. Some leaders were ready while others scrambled to up with a plan. During today's podcast, I share five rules YOU MUST implement immediately to improve your online ministry. Too many leaders use Facebook Live incorrectly. The changes listed in this podcast are simple and easy to implement.

Included in the podcast is a free download that will help you become a pro online in just a few minutes. It also contains resources you can use to enhance your effectiveness. 

The current coronavirus crisis has changed how we do church. In many cases, this pandemic threatens to take our joy away, as churches are prevented from meeting. Today, let's talk about real joy and how to protect ourselves from people and circumstances that steal it.

During the podcast, I mentioned two ways to keep in touch during the pandemic. My personal Facebook page is where I will be checking in each day. The title is Stream of Consciousness and will feature any variety of topics, depending on what interests me at the moment.

The second Facebook page will be primarily focused on ministry and is designed for pastors and church leaders. The topics will be ministry centered and be more sporadic in frequency. Just like the page, and you will be notified when I am broadcasting.

The need for affirmation from peers and the public is much stronger than any of us realize. That drive can easily derail God's will and purpose for our lives and ministry. During today's podcast, I speak about our need for acceptance weighed against God's mandate for us to fulfill His will. Can you truthfully say that your motivations are Kingdom-driven? You might be surprised by what you learn!

Connect with the ministry resources I mentioned at the end of the podcast here. 

The Bible contains many formulas, each designed to advance His Kingdom. Many popular preachers and teachers guarantee results will materialize if anyone follows their teaching. Is that true? Why do some formulas work for some and not others?

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The scriptures place a strong emphasis on the words we speak and how they change both our present and future destiny. Leaders preach this, but do we apply it to ourselves? Ministers can talk themselves into defeat by practicing self-defeating behaviors. On today's podcast, I offer some easy solutions for changing your daily behavior to ensure success.

During today's podcast, I offered a free download to help you make important personal changes. 

I also referenced a fantastic book called Natural Church Development that I highly recommend. 

Foxholes have saved many lives. They are not pretty or even comfortable but have kept many soldiers alive. Who is in your foxhole in the daily battles of life? Do you have a foxhole friend? Are you one? An important discussion on today's podcast.

If you would like to participate in the beta launch of my upcoming book, Foundations, email me at [email protected]. Participants will receive a draft copy of the manuscript. I ask for your ideas and input before I finalize the book. When it is published, you will receive a free copy and audiobook version. 

Over the Thanksgiving holiday, Sarah Carabetta of Acts4 ministry hosted an interview I did to share about missions and the Wells for Zimbabwe Project. This is the truncated version. Enjoy!

Some may remember Sarah from podcast #10.  Connect. 

Learn more about Wells For Zimbabwe.

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