I think a pastor used to be viewed as the one-stop ministry shop. The pastor served on every committee, volunteered at every event, and made all the hospital visits. I think that is changing and I think that is healthy. Both for the pastor and the congregation.
Mark BattersonGod is in the rรฉsumรฉ-building business. He is always using past experiences to prepare us for future opportunities.
Mark BattersonI'm a lifelong Vikings and Packers fan because I lived in both Minnesota and Wisconsin as a kid.
Mark BattersonFaith is not logical. But it isn't illogical either. Faith is theological. It does not ignore reality; it just adds God into the equation.
Mark Batterson