Called is a brand-new resource from Midwestern Seminary and For the Church. The hope is simple: We want to provide engaging resources uniquely suited to help those who may be sensing a call from God toward gospel ministry.
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The Theology in the Everyday series seeks to introduce and explain theological concepts in 500 words or less, with a 200-word section helping explain the doctrine to kids. At For The Church, we believe that theology should not be designated to the academy alone but lived out by faith in everyday life. We hope this series will present theology in such a way as to make it enjoyable, connecting theological ideas to everyday experience and encouraging believers to study theology for the glory of God and the good of the Church.
Ftc.co asks Will Standridge ‘What does it mean to be “For the Church”?’.
Ftc.co asks Clint Pressley ‘Why does preaching matter?’.
Ftc.co asks Ashlyn Portero ‘What encouragement would you have for pastors internationally?’.
“If Christ is not raised, we of all people should be pitied the most.” In this annual holiday episode, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz talk about the truth and transforming power of the resurrection of Jesus.
The Film Club is back. In this installment, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz discuss the late, great Robert Duvall showpiece, 1997’s “The Apostle.”
The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. If pastors mean to reflect the heart of the Good Shepherd, they will pursue a servant’s heart. But we find this pursuit frustrated by our own laziness, a sense of entitlement, or even others’ presuming upon our service. How can we push through these frustrations and develop a vision for open-hearted caretaking of others? In this final episode, Jared Wilson and Ronnie Martin commend the wisdom practice of Christlike service.
Pastors constantly operate in an encouragement deficit. The practice of encouragement gives life. But so many ministers are drowning in criticism or just general disappointment. How can we become better encouragers of others when we receive so little of it ourselves? In this episode, Jared Wilson and Ronnie Martin share some encouraging insights about encouragement! This wisdom practice can revolutionize our lives and enliven our ministries.
We are losing the ability to graciously disagree and have conversations and even healthy debates about matters that have eternal value.
He may well believe what he teaches, but at the end of the day many fall prey to the false teacher’s words.
How should a pastor shepherd the single sheep in his flock well without trying to force marriage upon them, make them feel like second-class citizens, or treat them like charity cases?
In a constantly changing world, our hearts long for steadiness; for the fulfillment of a promise.
Just as the Sherpa comes alongside his clients and helps organize, direct, assemble, and lead, the theological educator does the same for students.
FTC.co asks Dean Inserra, Pastor of City Church – Tallahassee, FL: "How can a church know it’s on the right track? What are some signs of faithfulness?"
None of these words of advice will ward off suffering. Pastors are broken people caring for broken people. But if joy is part of the fruit the Spirit promises to give Christians, we can identify the things we do have control over that only serve to stifle that joy.
This week’s links include resources on when life feels crushing, holiness, clarity in confusion, selfish ambition, and being a peacemaker.
Biblical theology corrects sentimental notions of the future God is preparing for us.
Series: Conversations
How can a church help make sure its theology leads to doxology?
