Posts with the tag “conflict”
Leaders Who Last Part 7
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on April 10th, 2025
We have been in a series of leadership lessons on what it takes to have longevity in a ministry. We have said there are two areas we concern ourselves:The inner life of the pastorThe relationship with the congregationIn the first area, we find six principles:A calling to ministryA mission with that callingA godly definition of successA disciplined lifeA willingness to changeA security found in Chr... Read More
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Peace in the Midst of Conflict
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on March 11th, 2025
John 16:33 reminds us that in this world, we will face trouble. However, Jesus assures us, “I have overcome the world.” Peace doesn’t mean the absence of difficulty. True peace is peace in the storm.Imagine the storm raging around the flower in the famous painting—though the environment is tumultuous, the flower remains untouched. This is the kind of peace God offers. It doesn’t mean our lives wil... Read More
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The Power of TruthThe Deity of ChristThe Incarnation—God With UsJesus Died for Our SinsLeaders Who Last Part 2Resurrection and AscensionOvercoming the WorldThe Promise of PeaceThe Peace of GodThe Spirit of TruthPeace in the Midst of ConflictFacing Doubt with TruthLeaders Who Last Part 3The Implications of Believing in GodThe Denial of God’s WordEmbracing the Truth for PeaceThe Tabernacle and the VeilThe Sacrifice of JesusBold Access to GodPeace in the Midst of TrialsLeaders Who Last Part 4Peace with GodThe Peace of GodLiving in PeaceComfort in Troubled TimesThe Promise of JoyJoy Beyond CircumstancesThe Joy of Access to GodOvercoming Internal StrugglesLeaders Who Last Part 5The Shepherd Who ComfortsExperiencing the Fullness of JoyBuilding RelationshipsThe Reality of Persecution
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Obedience through LoveThe Importance of CommunityLeaders Who Last Part 6Love Your NeighborThe Reality of BelongingCelebration of CommunityExpecting OppositionThe Power of Seed PlantingStanding Firm in FaithChoosing Your MasterThe Example of HumilityLeaders Who Last Part 7The Ultimate SacrificeResponding to God’s CallThe Gift of PeaceThe Connection Between Love and ObedienceObedience as Evidence of FaithLiving Out Our Love for GodThe Burden of FearThe Call to ObedienceThe Joy of ObedienceThe Importance of PreparationLet Not Your Heart Be TroubledThe Role of the Holy SpiritUnderstanding OppositionRemember and RejoiceOur Mission in the WorldGod is in ControlNature of PrayerPromise of Calling