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In this message, Pastor John Carter tells us God’s word gives us the option to decide if we need God’s help, His salvation, or if we believe the lie that we don’t need God, we can do it all our selves.

In this insightful podcast episode, Pastor John and co-host Brandi Ginty delve into the critical role of Scripture in Christian faith and pastoral ministry. They discuss the distinction between intellectual belief and heartfelt revelation, emphasizing the need for pastors to articulate faith grounded in biblical truth. Highlighting challenges in contemporary pastoral training and sermon crafting, they offer encouragement for pastors to prioritize a deep understanding of Scripture, equipping both themselves and their congregations to live transformative lives rooted in God's Word. Join them for a thought-provoking discussion on the vital importance of the Bible in today's ministry landscape.

Key Highlights:
Understanding Belief: Genuine faith is not merely intellectual knowledge but a heart revelation in God, emphasizing the importance of articulating faith with both conviction and biblical grounding.

The Role of Scripture: The Bible is emphasized as the sole reliable source of information about Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and other foundational aspects of faith, with its transformative power highlighted when internalized and applied.

Challenges in Pastoral Training: Concerns are raised about the trend in some pastoral training institutions where biblical education takes a back seat to practical ministry skills, urging pastors to prioritize a deep understanding of Scripture in their ministry.

Crafting Faithful Messages: Discussion centers on the shift in sermon content towards topical messages that often avoid challenging or confrontational scriptures, encouraging pastors to craft messages that faithfully teach the whole counsel of God.

Additional Resources:
https://theshepherdsnetwork.com/episodes/preaching-in-todays-culture

In this message, Pastor John Carter talks about God’s plan for His creation. He has a plan and a way that leads to life and not destruction and condemnation.

Join Pastor Pascale and Pastor John as they delve into the intricacies of communication dynamics within ministry teams. Exploring the roles of shepherds and sheep, they highlight the importance of clear communication, mutual understanding, and vulnerability in fostering supportive relationships. From interpreting communication cues to adapting to different roles, this insightful discussion offers valuable insights for navigating the complexities of pastoral leadership.

Key Highlights:
Understanding Communication Dynamics: Pastor Pascal emphasizes the importance of accurately interpreting communication cues within ministry teams, highlighting how mutual understanding and awareness of each other's communication styles facilitate effective collaboration.

Embracing Shepherd-Sheep Relationships: Pastor John highlights the dual roles of shepherding and being a sheep in ministry, emphasizing that supportive ministers should prioritize viewing their senior pastor as their shepherd before their employer or supervisor.

Utilizing Clear Communication: Pastor Pascal underscores the significance of clear communication in expressing needs within ministry relationships, advocating for the use of specific language to enable pastors to understand and respond appropriately to the spiritual and pastoral needs of their team members.

Adapting to Different Roles: Pastor John discusses the concept of "switching hats" within ministry relationships, explaining how identifying and communicating specific roles fosters deeper connections and understanding between pastors and supportive ministers.

Interpreting Communication Cues: Pastor Pascal and Pastor John explore the nuances of interpreting communication cues within ministry relationships, highlighting the importance of clarity and understanding in navigating communication dynamics effectively.

Embracing Vulnerability and Mutual Support: Pastor Pascal and Pastor John discuss the significance of vulnerability and mutual support within pastoral leadership, emphasizing the creation of safe spaces for open communication to foster transparent and supportive relationships within ministry teams.

Additional Resources:
https://theshepherdsnetwork.com/episodes/what-if-i-am-a-pastor-but-im-not-the-senior-pastor

In this message, Pastor John Carter talks about the name of Jesus being more excellent than any other name. It is the name above all names, and we have been given power and authority to use the name of Jesus, and when we call on His name, we’re calling on God.

In this episode, Dr. Brandi Ginty and Pastor Pascale Williams discuss that God is doing things you should not circumvent or cut short while He's in the process of building the character of your heart.