In this episode, I am joined by Pastor Patrick Gimenez and we discuss the Biblical requirements/qualifications for a man to be a pastor.  This list, draw directly from the Bible, is precise and clear on what the qualifications are for a pastor.  These 16 qualifications can be found in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.  We hope this episode helps you to understand the seriousness of the pastoral office!

This week's featured song (used by permission): "Away In A Manger/Silent Night" by Caleb Galvan from the CD - "O Holy Night".  To purchase the CD this song is featured on, please visit: https://nvpublications.org/collections/music-cds/products/o-holy-night

In this episode, we continue our mini-series entitled "Pastor 101".  We discuss what a biblical pastor is based on three Greek words and how they apply to the role and function of the pastorate.  In accordance, we show from Scripture why the pastor is a shepherd - not a king.  We also conclude the episode with answering the question of: "Is the pastorate a gift or an office?"  This wrinkle is used by the modern movement, as well as Rick Warren, to validate the idea of women being ordained into the pastorate.  

To purchase "A Christ Centered Christmas by Dr. Scott Caudill" as mentioned at the end of this episode, please visit: https://www.drscottcaudill.com/online-store/

The question of women in regard to the pastorate has been around for decades...even centuries!  In fact, this was a big, big question back in 1761 when a well-known Methodist began ordaining women as pastors.  This is not a modern issue,  but it has been brought back to the forefront of our culture platform by Rick Warren and the Southern Baptist Convention.  The question is: what is the answer?  What does the Bible say?  Does God have anything to say about this?  Join us today, as we tackle this topic from Scripture and discuss why the question might be better put: "May a woman pastor?"

I cannot count the number of times I have been asked this question: 

"What's the difference between an Independent Baptist and a Southern Baptist?"

Allow me to say: there is a difference.  

In this episode, I cover 7 reasons why I am not a Southern Baptist.  I pray and hope this will adequately answer the question for those searching, as well as give those considering the future something to "chew" on.  

This is - by far - the best message I have ever heard on the subject of Faith Promise Mission's Giving.  This message will challenge you to do more for the cause of Christ in the area of giving to missions.  It's challenging.  It's convicting.  It's convincing.  Every person should hear this message.  I pray that it touches your heart and challenges your life as much as it has mine!

Several have asked how you can manage a busy ministry and family time.  This is a subject that I lived through and came to understand.  There are some things that I had to learn and adjust to during my time as a bi-vocational assistant to the pastor.  I hope these tips and insights will be a blessing and enable you to properly manage both ministry and family!

Our freedoms, spiritual & physical, were bought with the sacrifice of those who decided to do one thing.  They gave their very lives because of one simple word.  It was a decision they made - a conscious, purposeful action that made a difference.  In this episode, I share with you what that one simple word is and encourage the listeners to do the same!

God provided!  It was miraculous!  It was incredible!  Despite all the roadblocks and slammed doors, God still had His hand upon our situation.  Throughout our journey, God taught us so many things about prayer and faith.  In this episode, I want to share those with you, as well as the story of how God provided for our house!

In a nation that promotes and openly approves of homosexuality, what does God have to say?  What does God have to say about the LGBTQIA+ crowd?  What does the Bible say?  What about the general facts and statistics?  Are the arguments for approving and promoting homosexuality even logical?  Find out that and more in this episode!

Is anxiety a physical issue?  How is anxiety diagnosed and treated?  Can anxiety be cured?  What does God have to say about anxiety?  Is this a spiritual problem rather than a physical one?  Find the answers to these questions and more in this episode!