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Lot’s of smack…little action…

January 18, 2011 by Phil Auxier

that’s how I think of humility and leadership in the local church. We all know that it’s important for us to be humble. Many of us (pastors) give ourselves a way too flattering appraisal when it comes to this. This post from Deepak Reju over at 9Marks entitled Humility and Leadership proved helpful for me. Here’s the questions he gave in discerning the nature of our humility:

* Are you willing and open to learning about the Bible from staff or members who don’t have as much preaching or theological training as you do?
* Are you willing to take constructive criticism from staff members, interns, church members, or your wife? (If you are not sure, ask them if they think you are open to constructive critique.)
* In a deacon or elder or committee meeting (or whatever form of leadership you have), are you willing to be voted down by others? Do you hold a grudge against those who would dare vote against you?
* Have you ever considered asking your kids (or your wife) how you are doing at parenting?
* In a deacon or elder or committee meeting (or whatever form of leadership you have), do you always speak early so that everyone follows your direction? Or do you hold your words until the end of your discussions so that other leaders can think through the issues without being quickly swayed by your opinions?
* Have you thought about cultivating humility in your life? If not, consider reading this in 2011.
* Have you thought about cultivating humility in your staff and in your church? What would it mean for your staff to be open to given and receiving godly criticism?

Great stuff, really. So…how about you? Much talk, little action?

Filed Under: 9 Marks, application, Humility

9 Marks E-Journal for Deacons (May/June 2010)

May 5, 2010 by Phil Auxier

The current 9 Marks EJournal is on Deacon ministry (PDF). It is worth checking out.

Filed Under: 9 Marks, deacons, Resources

9 Marks E Journal – Jan/Feb 2010

January 12, 2010 by Mere Agency Support

The Jan/Feb 2010 9Marks EJournal is now online (on Evangelical Liberalism).

This month’s 9Marks Interview is with Matt Chandler. Here’s a special appeal from Mark Dever:

This past August, Matt shared an hour with us to talk about his ministry. In light of what has happened to Matt in recent days, we contacted him about publishing this interview. He said he was very happy for us to present it, and that he was continuing to trust in God for the future. As you listen to this interview, thank God for our brother and pray for him.

As always, please take advantage of these amazing free resources.

Filed Under: 9 Marks, Matt Chandler

Good Summary of Ministry…

September 3, 2009 by Mere Agency Support

From Kevin DeYoung in the most recent 9 Marks Interview…

At the 1:05:50 mark, Dever asks: Any encouragements to young pastors?

DeYoung: My encouragement is that truth is always relevant.
You win them with love,
you grab them with passion,
you hold them with holiness,
you challenge them with truth,
and you amaze them with God.

The Lord will bless you when you live this way!

Filed Under: 9 Marks, Free Audio, Kevin DeYoung, Quotes

9 Marks Weighs In (on Missions)

July 1, 2009 by Mere Agency Support

The latest 9Marks E-Journal (for July/August 09) is online. The focus is on Missions. Good reading!

Filed Under: 9 Marks, Missions

Another Carson Interview…

February 26, 2009 by Mere Agency Support

Over at 9Marks, the latest interview with Dr. Don Carson is online.

I loved this one, especially given my bibliophilic tendencies. This particular interview discusses the incredible breadth of material that has come from Dr. Carson’s pen. Enjoy!

Filed Under: 9 Marks, Carson, Free Audio

From One Degree To Another?

Yeah, that's right. My one, consuming passion is Jesus Christ, my Lord. I'm totally gripped by one message: the Gospel - the good news that God came after me when I was far from Him. So, the life I live, I live by faith in Him: He loved me and gave Himself for me.

From One Degree To Another is the change that He's accomplishing in me by grace. Growing downward in humility, upward into Him, outward toward others, and inward with renewal characterize my existence.

This site is where I flesh all of these types of things out, including my life as a slave to Jesus, husband, father, coffee-enjoyer, and pastor. I hope it encourages you.

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