Three Keys to Ministry

By Paul Giertz 1.  Calling: Only God calls people into the ministry. Jonah was called but ran.  Joshua and Nehemiah were called by circumstance.  Daniel, Hannaniah, Mishael, and Azariah were called by their integrity.  The Bible, and life for that matter, is full of men and women whose calling was predicated by different circumstances; whose… Continue reading Three Keys to Ministry

New Testament Commands

647 distinct commands in the New Testament: Matthew 3:2 And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Matthew 3:8 Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance: Matthew 4:4 But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of… Continue reading New Testament Commands

Isn’t It Strange?

Isn’t it strange, that princes and kings, and clowns that caper in sawdust rings, and common-folk like you and me, are builders for eternity? To each is given a bag of tools, a shapeless mass and a Book of Rules; and each must make ‘ere time has flown, a stumbling block or a stepping stone.… Continue reading Isn’t It Strange?

Help Wanted: Outreach Minister

Dear friends, The Pentecostals of Kentwood is currently looking for a solid ministry couple (or individual) that is talented, self-motivated and creative to lead our Outreach and evangelism ministry. This is currently a volunteer position, and responsibilities would include the following: Directly responsible for Outreach and evangelism for POK in the Kentwood, MI and surrounding… Continue reading Help Wanted: Outreach Minister

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Quoted: Jay Jones on signs

We should be less concerned with the signs before us, and more concerned with the signs that follow us.

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Poem: I Met God

by Ralph Cushman I met God in the morning, when my day was at its best. And His Presence came like glory, a sunrise in my breast. All day long His Presence lingered, all day long He stayed with me… And we sailed in perfect calmness, O’er a very troubled sea. Other ships were blown… Continue reading Poem: I Met God

Collegial Eldership or Leadership in the Church

The question was asked of me recently whether I support the concept of Collegial Eldership in the church. To define the term, “collegial”, for those who may not be familiar with it, it denotes having authority or power shared among a number of people associated as colleagues. Specifically in the case of Collegial Eldership, it… Continue reading Collegial Eldership or Leadership in the Church

26 Key Bible Sermon Topics

1. The Power of The Cross 2. Renewing of the Mind 3. Soulwinning and Witnessing 4. New Creation Realities – Who We are in Christ 5. Reaching Your Destiny in God 6. Jesus the Healer 7. The Authority of the Believer 8. How to Pray Effectively 9. Walking In the Fear of the Lord 10.… Continue reading 26 Key Bible Sermon Topics

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