Timeless wisdom for pastors with forward-thinking solutions.
It is always weakness to be fretting and worrying, questioning and mistrusting. What can we do if we wear ourselves to skin and bone? Can we gain anything by fearing and fuming? Do we not unfit ourselves for action, and unhinge our minds for wise decision? We are sinking by our struggles when we might float by faith. … Oh for grace to be confident in God.
Our pastoral forefather, George Herbert, orients us to the music that stops the flow of discouragement.
How will congregations find places in dense, expensive urban areas?
The sanctuary quieted as it cleared. The worship team finished packing up and departed. Daniel’s thoughts faded, interrupted by the sound of Norma’s voice.