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Why East River Is Pursuing a Bivocational Model
East River is something of an experiment in bivocational ministry at scale.
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Clearwater, Chapter 5
The Standoff at Empire Stone Works
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Clearwater, Chapter 4
Pinky Swear
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“If you can do anything else besides ministry, do it" is hogwash.
More thoughts on a pastoral calling
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Father Hunger and a False Call
This is a short follow-up to yesterday’s post, since it led to some conversations about motives and seeking the ministry.
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Am I called?
A question I often hear is, “How do I know if I’m called to ministry?” If you’re truly called, you won’t be able to shake it.
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You Don’t Have to Live Like a Refugee
It's good to settle.
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We’re Forgetting the Pandemic. And That’s a Problem.
The COVID-19 pandemic is fading.
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The Internet Destination Church
Most of church life isn’t conferences or the sort of stuff that makes the highlight reel.
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To Obey Is Better
A Short Reflection on 1 Samuel 15
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Clearwater, Chapter 3
Back Quadrant 12
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Keep at it
Anything worth building takes time.
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