In the New Testament, the apostle Paul provides valuable insights on the principles of handling money within the context of the church. Pastors can draw upon these teachings to guide their congregations in responsible stewardship. We explore Paul's perspectives on money and offers pastoral guidance on teaching stewardship within the church. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alexia.substack.com/subscribe ..read more

PSALMS 1-36 I love you, Lord; you are my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. I called on the Lord, who is worthy of praise, and he saved me from my enemies. The ropes of death entangled me; floods of destruction swept over me. The grave wrapped its ropes around me; death laid a trap in my path. But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I prayed to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry to him reached his ears. Then the earth quaked and t ..read more

I am asking you share this episode with your networks. It is relevant to what is happening in people’s lives. ~Alexia As shepherds of the flock, pastors are entrusted with the care and protection of their congregations. Addressing domestic abuse requires a compassionate and strategic response. This tutorial aims to guide pastors in assisting abuse victims to safely escape their abusive situations, rooted in biblical principles. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alexia.substack.com/subscribe ..read more

In the realm of spiritual leadership and congregational life, the metaphorical concept of "wolves in sheep's clothing" has been a recurring theme. This notion is rooted in biblical teachings that warn believers about deceptive individuals who disguise themselves as genuine members of the flock but harbor ulterior motives. Let's explore how to identify these wolves, understand their tactics, and learn from the wisdom of scripture on this matter. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alexia.substack.com/subscribe ..read more

Galatians Ephesians Philippians Colossians Follow along with me as I read these four letters written by Paul to the Gentile Church This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alexia.substack.com/subscribe ..read more

Source: Bible Gateway 1 Peter 1-5 New Living Translation Greetings from Peter 1 This letter is from Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ. I am writing to God’s chosen people who are living as foreigners in the provinces of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia.[a] 2 God the Father knew you and chose you long ago, and his Spirit has made you holy. As a result, you have obeyed him and have been cleansed by the blood of Jesus Christ. May God give you more and more grace and peace. The Hope of Eternal Life 3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his ..read more

Pastors play a pivotal role in fostering the spiritual well-being of their congregations. However, the alarming issue of burnout among pastors has raised concerns about its potential threat to local church health and ministry vitality. We delve into a comprehensive study that explores the intricate relationships between pastor job burnout and crucial measures of church organizational health. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alexia.substack.com/subscribe ..read more

1 This letter is from James, a slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ. I am writing to the “twelve tribes”—Jewish believers scattered abroad. Greetings! Faith and Endurance 2 Dear brothers and sisters,[a] when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. 3 For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. 4 So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing. 5 If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not reb ..read more

In a world that often challenges our faith, Christians are called to be both the salt and light. Embracing the light means shining brightly even in the face of persecution, for it is through our steadfastness that others may come to know the love and truth found in Christ. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alexia.substack.com/subscribe ..read more

In the realm of ministry, where faith and service intersect, the challenges faced by pastors often go unspoken. The study, "Despite Stresses, Few Pastors Give Up on Ministry," conducted by Lifeway Research, provides a revealing glimpse into the pressures pastors confront. We summarize key findings from the study, emphasizing the need for open dialogue and support within the pastoral community. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit alexia.substack.com/subscribe ..read more