Episode 90: Remembering J.I. Packer (and Thoughts on Finishing Well)
On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz reflect on the legacy of the recently departed theologian J.I. Packer and add some words of counsel for leaders on finishing well.
How Can I Care for Fearful Church Members?
The familiar voice of a pastor can bring peace in times of trouble. Your consistent ministry of the Word and love for your people create a strong bond.
Episode 89: Harold Senkbeil on The Care of Souls
Jared Wilson talks with Harold Senkbeil — Executive Director of Doxology at The Lutheran Center for Spiritual Care, fifty-year ministry veteran, and author of the new book The Care of Souls — about the heart and the practice of pastoral ministry.
Episode 88: FTC Mailbag
On this episode of the For The Church Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz discuss numerous listener-submitted questions and topics.
In Ministry, Joy and Sorrow Don’t Cancel Each Other Out
Sorrow will ebb and flow as will joy, but we enter into it all in love so that Christ’s presence and power is made more manifest to all.
Episode 084: Identifying Elder Candidates
On this episode of the For The Church Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz discuss what to look for in assessing and training men for eldership in your local church.
The Missing Link in Pastoral Ministry
Whatever we do in service of the gospel is of one piece with those who have gone before us in the holy calling to serve as shepherds in Christ’s flock.
Jason K. Allen on the Rising Generation of Pastors and Students
Series: Conversations
FTC.co asks Dr. Jason K. Allen, President of Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College, "What encourages you about the rising generation of pastors and students today?"
J. T. English on Large Churches and Ministry Training
Series: Conversations
How can large churches provide effective ministry training?
Won Kwak on Advice for the Pastor Who Wants to Quit
Series: Conversations
FTC.co asks Won Kwak, pastor at Maranatha Grace Church in Fort Lee, New Jersey: "What do you say to the pastor who's tired and wants to quit?"