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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Theology in the Everyday

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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.

What does it mean to be “For the Church”? – Will Standridge

Ftc.co asks Will Standridge ‘What does it mean to be “For the Church”?’.

Why does preaching matter? – Clint Pressley

Ftc.co asks Clint Pressley ‘Why does preaching matter?’.

What encouragement would you have for pastors internationally? – Ashlyn Portero

Ftc.co asks Ashlyn Portero ‘What encouragement would you have for pastors internationally?’.

For the Church Podcast

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Easter

“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.


FTC Film Club

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 Heart of Pastoring Podcast

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Episode 14: Service

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.


Episode 13: Encouragement

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.




Latest Resources

Aug 30

3 Key Beliefs That Fuel Contentment by Michael Kelley

Contentment is not a feeling you drift in and out of. Rather, contentment is fueled by belief.

Aug 30

4 Rules for the Shepherd�s Staff by Mike Brooks

Oh the untold wonders of things that may be accomplished from a unified gospel-front within the local church. Ask your pastor how you can help the church get there.

Aug 30

4 Rules for the Shepherd’s Staff by Mike Brooks

Oh the untold wonders of things that may be accomplished from a unified gospel-front within the local church. Ask your pastor how you can help the church get there.

Aug 30

Interpreting the Bible as Christians�The Supernatural Word by David Prince

The inherent divine, organic unity of the Bible demands that faithful interpreters of the Scriptures recognize the theological coherence of the entire biblical canon.

Aug 30

Interpreting the Bible as Christians—The Supernatural Word by David Prince

The inherent divine, organic unity of the Bible demands that faithful interpreters of the Scriptures recognize the theological coherence of the entire biblical canon.

Aug 28

Making Wise Investments in Our Spiritual Life by Cassie Watson

While we can’t drum up genuine zeal by our own power, God has given us his word to know him and prayer to commune with him.

Aug 28

Praying Like Jesus by Adam McClendon

What if one of my primary concerns in every situation was my holiness instead of my comfort?  

Aug 28

The Church Needs Fewer Men Who Feel �Called� to Ministry by Dayton Hartman

We can’t look to the degrees on our wall or the title beside our name as evidence of qualification.

Aug 28

The Church Needs Fewer Men Who Feel “Called” to Ministry by Dayton Hartman

We can’t look to the degrees on our wall or the title beside our name as evidence of qualification.

Aug 28

The Perils of Preaching an Implications-Free Gospel by Jared C. Wilson

The gospel is indeed the antidote to every sin and suffering. But "just preach the gospel" misses the mark as the solution to all manner of ills, because the good news has necessary implications that adorn and amplify it.

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