I am a 40 year old Pastor. I became a follower of Jesus Christ, a disciple, a Christian, at the age of 28. My father is a wonderful man, but I was not raised in a spiritual home. My grandfather is a wonderful man, but my father was not raised in a spiritual home, either. What I mean by spiritual home is one where the father actively and intentionally leads in the spiritual growth of the family. I am learning how to do this at the same time I am learning how to be a Pastor. The two jobs are similar, and both are very important. But, my first ministry is to my family. Continue reading »

The following is a statement of divorce and remarriage I was asked to submit to a church with which I was interviewing, when I was about to graduate seminary in 2006. Though I was not called by this church, I am thankful for their request. I am presenting it here with few changes for feedback. It is as it was in 2006.      Print This Post Continue reading »

Came across this great post on the Desiring God website. It concerns the rationale behind family  discipleship ministry.

http://www.desiringgod.org/Blog/1619_reallife_family_ministry/

Here’s another great post on the new mandate for SBTS’s School of Leadership. They are emphasizing family ministry, as well.. http://www.sbts.edu/lead/manifesto/