September 15, 2017 by Roderick Fillinger
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Newsletter Update: September 15, 2017 | (t)”>(e)”>(d)”>(o)”> |

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Leadership Insight Exegetical Precision One aspect of the ministry of IgniteUS is a Pastoral Placement Process. I advise churches to include in the profile they develop that describes the man they will call, competence in the original languages; Hebrew & Greek. Since about 1975 many Seminaries have abandoned the requirement in their M.Div. program the original languages. This principle simply declares that the better equipped a man is, the higher the probability that he will be able to properly exegete the text and declare with precision and competence in the marketplace (1Peter 3:15) what God has revealed in his word. This translates to Applied Theology – what we must believe and how those convictions are incorporated in our daily life of faith without compromise. Then we must defend the faith with grace, humility, and tenacity.
Calling a Lead Pastor “We are going to go it alone!” These words spell trouble ahead for any church that adopts this attitude in calling a Lead Pastor. The results are more often than not nothing short of tragic. I recently was made aware of a church that has ‘fired’ their three most recent pastors. Yet, their response is ‘We will go it alone’. The result of this unwise posture — they will get more of the same. A key factor in the process IUS provides is FIT — the man fits the church and the church fits the man. The higher the degree of FIT the higher the probability there will be a lasting and fruitful pastoral tenure. There is a better way. The Process that IgniteUS Provides to the local church applies multiple Assessment tools in discovering the current ministry profile of the church and the corresponding profile that the new Lead Pastor should meet. If you or a church you know of is preparing to call a Lead Pastor or any other Staff personnel, I urge you to contact us. We have testimonials from churches that have used our ministry in calling a pastor. Our Process is Theological – the church is a Theological organism. We provide ‘Letters of Affirmation’ from churches that have used our process with great satisfaction. Our fees are very reasonable (less than 1/3 of other providers of this service) and the call of a Lead Pastor and Staff is one of the single most important factors in the future ministry of a church. 803.413.3509 or info@igniteus.net.
The Kraynak Family Contributions Anyone that would like to donate to the family of Pastor Tim Kraynak may send your donations to: Mrs. Tim Kraynak 109 Plum Hill Road Peach Bottom PA 17563
Links – Pastoral Resources One of the objectives of this News Letter is to provide resources for pastors and the church that are beneficial, theologically orthodox, and encouraging. What does it mean to be ‘Orthodox’? My prayer is that the following links do just that. God’s best to all who serve in this capacity and do so with passion, diligence, and integrity! For a clear perspective on those who do not accept the content of the Nashville Statement read the final link in the links list below. The message by Dr. Hershael York on ‘What is the role of the Holy Spirit in Preaching?’ is 5 minutes long. You will be brought to your knees with gratitude for the privilege of preaching if you watch this powerful message. Just Do IT!! IgniteUS prays for the church and her pastors. https://cbmw.org/nashville-statement http://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/pelagian-captivity-church/ http://www.albertmohler.com/2017/08/28/urgency-preaching-5/ http://equip.sbts.edu/video/role-holy-spirit-preaching/
Scholarships $$ – Transformation for YOU The most frequent reason I am given for pastors and churches not engaging the Leadership Development Process is Funding. We have generous Scholarships that provide funding for those who are earnest in their desire to see God bring Transformation to the pastor as a Leader and the church as a Disciple Making ministry. Contact us for details – 803 413 3509 or info@igniteus.net.
This Date in History 1620 Mayflower departs from Plymouth England with 102 pilgrims
BLOG – “Doctrine & Downgrade” Read and respond. THANKS!! Read my BLOG — www.thetextsays.blogspot.com. Also on the Home Page www.igniteus.net – A Monday Morning BLOG. (Currently – “Doctrine & Downgrade”) New post on the 1st & 15th of each month. Comments welcome! Home Page – Click on this link to go to our Home Page: http://www.igniteUS.net/ Numerous articles related to Pastoral Ministry.
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