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Call: it's the reason you do what you do. God has uniquely prepared you for his work. But some days doubts creep in. Here’s help to dig deep into your calling, to understand God’s voice, to live it out and help others do the same.
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The Call to Stand Fast
What the church needs most from those whom God has called to lead.
Eugene H. Peterson
When Your Calling Feels Like Death
Doing God's will, even in ministry, isn't always fun and flourishing.
Mandy Smith
How Do I Know I'm Called?
The writer of 'Amazing Grace' on discerning God's call to the pastorate.
John Newton
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Some people need warnings to avoid the spotlight. Others need encouragement to step up.
Mandy Smith
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Gregory the Great taught me not to retreat to the prayer room unless I have engaged the battles of the day.
John P. Burgess, Jerry Andrews, and Joseph Small
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Three honest stories about its rewards and challenges.
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When pushing our agenda keeps us from empowering others, we miss the point of leadership.
Mark L. Strauss and Justin A. Irving
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And how can they avoid the allure of the self-destruct button?
Stephen L. Woodworth
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Dean Pinter, Mark Galli, Trygve Johnson, and more
Ministry in the #MeToo Moment
As abuse awareness grows, pastors are searching for ways to protect the vulnerable and care for survivors.
Morgan Lee
Eugene Cho: Why I Am Stepping Down as Pastor of Quest Church
“I don’t feel burned out, but I am realizing my limitations.”
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