Dear Timothy: Letters on Pastoral Ministry
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Overview
As Paul imparted his wisdom to Timothy through letters, this collection of writings from seasoned pastors contains over 480 years of combined ministry experience. Old and new pastors alike will treasure this compilation of heartfelt advice and nuggets of truth that will guide them through the challenges and joys of their calling in Christ. Contributors include Joel Beeke, Ligon Duncan, Fred Malone, Mark Dever, Tedd Tripp, Ray Ortlund, Jr., C. J. Mahaney, Roger Ellsworth, and others.
Top Highlights
“Yet, Timothy, a full head and a full library are not enough. The future of anyone’s preaching and pastoral ministry depends on how he himself develops, especially in his personal sanctification.” (Page 38)
“‘What, in order of priority, has God called you to be?’” (Page 24)
“Your family must not come into your office to merely chat while you work. Do not allow that.” (Page 49)
“Why have so many good men fallen in these areas? It seems to me that it has been due to a failure to beware of sins of the heart—pride, envy, jealousy, lust, greed, anger and sloth. No wonder that history has dubbed them ‘the seven deadly sins’! Long before a person makes visible shipwreck of his life and ministry, his heart has been allowed to be a citadel of sin. Therefore, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. Or, as someone has rightly said, the minister’s heart is the heart of his ministry.” (Page 41)
“A pastor must make it a matter of disciplined priority to read, meditate on and memorize Scripture—for his own soul’s sake. We must also pray for the work of the Spirit in our lives. Anything less is spiritual malpractice.” (Page 26)