Pastor and Practical Shepherding President, Jim Savastio has preached God’s word faithfully for 35 years taking only a few weeks off at a time. That all changed 3 months ago. Jim unexpectedly experienced an onset of Bell’s Palsy in late…
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What happens when God suddenly sets a pastor aside from preaching?
Posted in Preaching, The Pastor's Soul
Seven years later…remembering my dear friend and pastoral mentor
By: Brian Croft Seven years ago today, my dear friend and pastoral mentor, Jackson Boyett and his wife, Barbara were hit by a drunk driver and killed just outside Austin, TX where they had lived and ministered at Dayspring Fellowship…
What are the priorities for a pastor in the early years?
What are the priorities of a pastor in the early years of ministry? How does a beginning pastor lay a God-honoring foundation for his ministry? What is the one thing such a pastor must do first and above all else?…
Newest podcast: Preaching with Flexiblity
What issues should influence the rhythm of our preaching? Holidays? Church calendar? Cultural traditions? Significant world events? Significant events in the life of the congregation? When should a pastor deviate from his planned preaching schedule? Listen as Brian and Jim…
Posted in Oversight of Souls, Preaching
