Ministry Magazine Podcast

Feb 02 2025 427 ep. 10 mins 16

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The Ministry® Magazine podcast provides practical, theologically deep, and inspirational content to support your ministry.

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Editorial - The right focus — Pavel Goia

Feb 02 2025 5 mins

Building a successful ministry requires a strong foundation in total dependence on God, prayer, studying the Word, and serving others, rather than just relying on education or hard work. True success comes from a deep relationship with Christ, leading to spiritual growth and meaningful service.

Return to Eden - God’s design for human sexuality in the Song of Songs — Richard M. Davidson

Jan 22 2025 19 mins

Could humanity return to the Edenic ideal of love and partnership, embodying the profound beauty of sexual relationships as intended by the Creator? This article will explore the riches of God’s plan for sexuality exemplified in the experience of the lovers in the Song of Songs.

Sexual intimacy - The power of connection — Alan Parker

Jan 19 2025 13 mins

True intimacy in sexual relationships transcends mere physical pleasure, reflecting a deep emotional and spiritual bond designed by God. How can couples achieve a connection that nurtures mutual love and commitment instead of succumbing to self-centered desires?

Embracing human sexuality - Guided by God’s Word — Ted N. C. Wilson

Jan 15 2025 14 mins

How can we navigate the complexities of human sexuality in a way that aligns with biblical teachings? This article explores the importance of understanding God’s design for sexuality and emphasizes the role of love and compassion in ministering to others in a world filled with confusion and distortion.

In the image of God - The powerful and beautiful — Micheal Goetz

Jan 12 2025 11 mins

This article delves into the profound significance of humanity's creation in God's image, highlighting how understanding this divine likeness can transform our perspectives on self and sexuality. What if preachers prioritized celebrating this beauty over merely addressing what is wrong?

Developing a compassion mindset — Erik C. Carter

Jan 06 2025 10 mins

This article explores the challenge of compassion in ministry, highlighting how pastors, like the good Samaritan, must balance deep care with the need to set boundaries. It emphasizes that compassion is not merely emotional or sentimental, but a skill that pastors can develop through a mindset of recognition, empathy, motivation, and action, which can help prevent burnout and foste

Editorial - To wholistically flourish — Leo Ranzolin

Jan 02 2025 6 mins

This article highlights how pastors face burnout from ministry stresses and emphasizes the need for rest and spiritual practices like prayer to maintain well-being. By prioritizing holistic health, pastors can thrive both personally and professionally.

The significance of the great Genesis flood — Ariel A. Roth

Dec 30 2024 12 mins

Can the global flood described in Genesis truly be reconciled with modern geological evidence, or does it contradict prevailing scientific theories? This article argues that the flood narrative offers a more coherent explanation for geological phenomena than the long-age models often favored by mainstream science.

Pastor’s Pastor - Reflection on Creation and the Sabbath — Ramon J. Canals

Dec 26 2024 4 mins

How can the story of Juan Mann’s “Free Hugs” campaign illuminate the profound significance of the Sabbath as a divine embrace of creation? This article explores the Sabbath as a weekly opportunity to reconnect with God and nurture familial bonds, reflecting the perfection of God's creation.

Should creationists be afraid of science? — Suzanne Phillips

Dec 23 2024 12 mins

How do you reconcile the wonders of science with the authority of God's Word? Discover why embracing both can deepen your faith and understanding of the world around us.