{"product_id":"gospel-driven-ministry-by-jared-wilson","title":"Gospel-Driven Ministry by Jared Wilson","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the beginning of his ministry, Jesus called and equipped individuals who would serve his community of followers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese \"shepherds\" are called to preach, pray, and care for the needs of God's people. But what does it mean to be a pastor? And what is the nature of this ministry, according to the Bible?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGospel-Driven Ministry,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eJared Wilson begins by looking at the qualifications for the pastorate, addressing the notion of a call to ministry and how an individual--and a church community--can best identify the marks of maturity and affirm a call. In each chapter, Wilson looks at one of the core practices of pastoral ministry, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePreaching Sermons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeveloping a Vibrant Prayer Life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCaring and Counseling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePastoring Married and Single\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGospel-Centered Leadership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFighting Sin and Spiritual Warfare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eResolving Conflict\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePassing on the Ministry to Others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn addition, Wilson provides practical resources including theological insights on baptism and the Lord's Supper, guidance for wedding and funeral sermons, outlines for leading elder and deacon meetings, tips for interviewing new pastors, questions to ask at ordination, and advice on knowing when and how to leave a pastor role. This is a comprehensive, practical guide to pastoral ministry that prepares new pastors and equips those currently serving for long-term, healthy ministry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harper-Collins Christian Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46554340655423,"sku":"9780310111566","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7731\/0271\/files\/9780310111566.jpg?v=1705423607","url":"https:\/\/morningstarbookstore.com\/products\/gospel-driven-ministry-by-jared-wilson","provider":"Morning Star Christian Bookstores","version":"1.0","type":"link"}