Using worldly means to accomplish heavenly ends is a persistent temptation for pastors. Today, it takes the form of corporate business models. In Paul’s day, especially at Corinth, it was professional rhetoric models that emphasized “wisdom” and “power.” Church members … Continue reading Power in Weakness | Book Review
I’m at a conference for Assemblies of God district leaders. I just heard Michael Goldsmith talk about how God deals with our weakness and sinfulness. He had a lot of good things to say, especially to ministers, so I thought I’d share what he said. Here are my notes: ********** Proverbs 4:23, 1 Timothy 4:16, 1 Corinthians 10:12 Pastors often operate on the principle of never let them see you sweat, but everybody sees you when you fall. 8 OBSERVATIONS: 1. We all have weaknesses that can become sinful. Matthew 26:41, Acts 10:26, Genesis 4:7, Luke 4:13 See Jack Hayford, … Continue reading `When Weakness Becomes Sinfulness’ by Michael Goldsmith
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