Studying through 1 John presently on the radio brought to mind some interesting facts about the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. John uses the word “anointing” with reference to the work of the Spirit. In the Old Testament, anointing had two purposes: Priests were anointed to ceremonially prepare them for their ministerial…
Tag: shepherds
A few observations from Matthew 9:36-38
“But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers…
Pastors
By Michael Ivey “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.” Jeremiah 3:15 When we think about the role of pastors, we likely think of preachers. We associate preaching the gospel to the duty of a pastor. Certainly, preaching the word is part of a pastor’s…