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Summary: The Bible

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  • Book of Malachi
  • Book of Zechariah
  • Book of Haggai
  • Book of Zephaniah
  • Book of Habakkuk
  • Book of Nahum
  • Book of Micah
  • Book of Jonah
  • Book of Obadiah
  • Book of Amos
  • Book of Joel
  • Book of Hosea
  • Book of Daniel
  • Book of Ezekiel
  • Book of Lamentations
  • Book of Jeremiah
  • Book of Isaiah
  • Song of Solomon
  • Book of Ecclesiastes
  • Book of Proverbs
  • Book of Psalms
  • Book of Job
  • Book of Esther
  • Book of Nehemiah
  • Book of Ezra
  • Books of 1st and 2nd Chronicles
  • Books of 1st and 2nd Kings
  • Books of 1st and 2nd Samuel
  • Book of Ruth
  • Book of Judges
  • Book of Joshua
  • Book of Deuteronomy
  • Book of Numbers
  • Book of Leviticus
  • Book of Revelation
  • 1, 2, and 3 John
  • 2 Peter
  • 1 Peter
  • Book of James
  • Jude
  • Hebrews: Summary of Hebrews for Ministers
  • Letter to Philemon
  • Titus
  • 2 Timothy
  • 1 Timothy
  • 2 Thessalonians
  • 1 Thessalonians
  • Books of the New Testament
  • Summary of the New Testament
  • Book of Colossians
  • Book of Philippians
  • Epistle to the Ephesians
  • Epistle to the Galatians
  • Book of 2 Corinthians
  • Book of 1 Corinthians
  • Book of Romans
  • Book of Acts
  • What are the Synoptic Gospels
  • Book of John
  • Book of Luke
  • Book of Mark
  • Book of Matthew
  • Books of the Old Testament
  • Book of Exodus
  • Book of Genesis
  • Summary of the Old Testament
  • Verses About
    • Wedding Ceremonies (Verses About)
    • Kings from Proverbs (Verses About)
    • The Biblical Concept of Praise as Worship: A Comparative Analysis
    • Paradoxes of the Kingdom of God 25 Biblical Truths That Defy Logic
    • Verses About Calling God’s Favor Into Your Life
    • New Testament Verses on Gentiles and the Old Testament Law
    • Bible Verses About God Directing the Path of Believers
    • Mentions of Heaven in the Bible: A Comprehensive List
    • Bible Verses About How Believers Are Changed by the Power of God
    • NT Verses About Worship
    • Quarles and Arguments (Verses About)
    • Happiness (Verses About)
    • Acceptance (Verses About)
    • Bargaining (Verses About)
    • Children (Verses About)
    • Funerals (Verses About)
    • Betrayal (Verses About)
    • Denial (Verses About)
    • Patience (Verses About)
    • Gratitude (Verses About)
    • Witchcraft (Verses About)
    • Demons (Verses About)
    • Satan (Verses About)
    • Righteousness (Verses About)
    • Lies (Verses About)
    • Stewardship (Verses About)
    • Hate (Verses About)
    • Light (Verses About)
    • Darkness (Verses About)
    • Theology (Verses About)
    • Anger (Verses About)
    • Politics (Verses About)
    • Greed (Verses About)
    • Knowledge (Verses About)
    • Wisdom (Verses About)
    • Anxiety (Verses About)
    • Money (Verses About)
    • Joy (Verses About)
    • Love (Verses About)
    • Forgiveness (Verses About)
    • Fear (Verses About)
    • Pride (Verses About)
    • Encouragement (Verses About)
  • People of the OT
    • Ishmael
    • Esther
    • Daniel
    • Elijah
    • Solomon
    • Boaz & Ruth
    • David
    • Joshua
    • Gideon
    • Jacob
    • Isaac
    • Abraham
    • Moses
  • People of the NT
    • People Mentioned in the Gospel of Luke Apostles, Rulers, Disciples
    • People Mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew
    • The Acts of Jesus in the Gospels – Miracles, Teachings, Healings
    • Immanuel God With Us: A Christmas Reflection of a Timeless Truth
    • Barabbas
    • Silas
    • Mary (Mother of Jesus)
    • Joseph of Nazareth
    • Mary Magdalene
    • John the Baptist
    • Stephen (Early Church Deacon)
    • Herod the Great
    • Judas Iscariot
    • Caiaphas
    • Timothy
    • Pontius Pilate
    • Barnabas
    • Peter (Apostle)
    • Paul (Apostle)
    • John (The Apostle)
    • Luke (Saint)
    • Mark (Saint)
    • Matthew (Saint)
    • Jesus Christ
    • Who Was Bartimaeus, Blind Man Mark 10 Explained
    • People Mentioned in the Gospel of Mark
  • OT Topics and Facts
    • 10 Plagues God Brought Upon Egypt
    • All the Kings of Israel and Judah
    • Summary of Prophets of the Old Testament
  • NT Topics and Facts
    • The Acts of Jesus in the Gospels – Miracles, Teachings, Healings
    • Zealot Political Movement
    • 12 Apostles of Jesus Christ
    • The Samaritans
    • Herodians
    • The Zealots
    • The Essenes
    • Jewish sects of the 1st Century AD
    • The Sadducees
    • The Pharisees
    • Who Were the Stoics and Epicureans
    • 20 Thought-Provoking New Testament Verses
  • NT Parables
    • Luke 16:1-13 Explained: The Shrewd Manager
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NACM Summary Series: Theology

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  • Key Theological Differences in Christianity: In Everyday Terms
  • What Jesus Said About Repentance: A Comprehensive Guide
  • Theological Implications of the Ten Commandments Sequential Order
  • Amillennial, Postmillennial, and Premillennial Views Explained
  • 100 Most Important Terms in Christian Theology
  • Knowing God, by J.I. Packer (Summary)
  • The Attributes of God by A. W. Pink Chapter Summary
  • Knowledge of the Holy by A. W. Tozer
  • Should We Pray to Saints?
  • Study Checklist (Outline) for Theology Proper
  • Anthropopathism Vs. Anthropopathism
  • Viewpoints of Hell
  • Annihilationism
  • Anthropomorphism (Subject)
  • Prevenient Grace
  • Antinomianism vs Biblical Grace: A Protestant Evangelical Response
  • Dynamism
  • Theodicy
  • Hermeneutics
  • The Kalam Argument
  • Epistemology
  • Balanced View of Theology: Ministry Infographic
  • The Power of a Question, How to Ask Them…
  • What is Theology? Consider the Benefits & Pitfalls
  • Biblical Theology of Worship
  • Cosmological Approach to Christology
  • Trinitarianism
  • Consubstantiality
  • Attributes of God
  • Prolegomena
  • Systematic Theology
  • Theology
  • Theology Proper
  • Biblical Numerology
  • Christian Iconology
  • Martin Luther’s Life Theology Legacy of the Reformation
  • Exegesis
    • Summary of Biblical Exegesis
    • Summary Process of Biblical Exegesis
    • Difference Between Exegesis and Eisegesis
  • Christian Doctrine
    • Doctrine of the Trinity
    • Eschatology: The Hope of Christianity
    • 7 Core Christian Doctrines Every Minister Must Know
    • Priesthood of All Believers
    • Doctrine of the Son
    • Doctrine of Man
    • Doctrine of Scripture
    • Doctrine of Angels
    • Doctrine of Atonement
    • Doctrine of Christian Incarnation
    • Doctrine of the Father
    • Doctrine of the Bible
    • Doctrine of the Holy Spirit: Pneumatology
    • Doctrine of Prophecy
    • Doctrine of Satan
    • Doctrine of Sin
    • Doctrine of Soteriology (Salvation)
    • Doctrine of the Church (Ecclesiology)
  • Christology
    • Doctrine of the Son
    • Political Approaches to Christology
    • Anthropological Approach to Christology
    • Approaches to Christology
    • Impeccability of Christ
    • Hypostatic Union of Christ
  • Doctrine of Traditions
    • Infralapsarianism, Sublapsarianism, and Supralapsarianism
    • Arminianism
    • Animism
    • The Doctrine of Calvinism
  • Authority of Scripture
    • Doctrine of Scripture
    • Biblical Infallibility
    • Biblical Inerrancy
    • Doctrine of the Bible
    • Sola Scriptura
  • Heresy
    • Gnosticism in 1 John: Heresy, History, and Pastoral Response
    • Why Evangelicals Reject the Book of Mormon as a False Gospel
    • Why Christians Reject Jehovah’s Witness Doctrine: Key Differences
    • The Nicolaitans
    • Deism
    • Polytheism
    • Gnosticism
    • Agnosticism
    • Homoeanism
    • Homoousia
    • Arianism
    • Pseudepigrapha
  • The Seven Festivals or Feasts
    • Feast of Dedication
    • Feast of Tabernacles
    • Feast of Trumpets
    • Day of Atonement
    • Feast of Unleavened Bread
    • Elijah’s Mention in the Celebration of Passover
    • Passover
    • Pentecost
    • The Seven Festivals or Feasts of the Old Testament
  • Theism
    • What Does Monotheistic Mean? Belief in One True God
    • Dualism
    • Deism
    • Polytheism
    • Materialism
    • Theism
    • Agnosticism
    • Panentheism
    • Defining Monotheism: Understanding The Belief in One God
    • Atheism
  • Christianity
    • Moderate Christianity
    • Christian Nationalism
    • Conservative Christianity and the Christian Right
    • Liberal Christianity
    • Major Denominations of Protestantism
  • Theological Review
    • Theological Review of The Coddling of the American Mind
    • Why Biblical Arguments for Abortion Fail (a Theological Review)
  • Apologetics
    • Presenting the Gospel to a Buddhist
  • Word Studies
    • The Biblical Concept of Praise as Worship: A Comparative Analysis
    • Worship in the New Testament Explained: Proskyneō vs Latreuō
  • Biblical Paradoxes Hard Sayings
    • Can Worry Make You Taller, or Live Longer? Matthew 6:27 Explained
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Online Christian Leadership Training

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  • Expecting Betrayal in Ministry: Learning from Judas’s Role
  • Analysis Paralysis: Overthinking Your Plans in Ministry
  • The Contagion of Negativity: A Biblical-Psychological Perspective
  • Minister’s Guide to Mindful Social Media Use
  • The Art and Science of Idioms in Ministry
  • The Danger of Chasing Birds: Distractions to Reclaiming Focus
  • Discipleship in the Workplace: Equipping Workplace-Ready Disciples
  • The Process of Making Organizational Decisions
  • The Moral Imagination Defined
  • How to Make The Right Decision
  • The Differences Between Internal and External Audiences
  • Applying Expectancy Theory in Ministry
  • SMART GOALS
  • Overcoming Speech Anxiety
  • Christian Ethical Frameworks
  • Navigating Ethical Dilemmas
  • Managing Organizational Conflicts in Ministry
  • The False Consensus Effect
  • The Need of Recognition in Ministry
  • How to Spot a Self Serving Bias
  • How to Know When to Delegate
  • Leaders Must Be Accessible
  • The Puzzle of Unaccepted Leadership
  • The Cons of Career Advancement
  • A View Into the Looking Glass Self
  • Leader-Member Exchange Theory (LMX)
  • Fundamental of Leadership: Self Discovery
  • The #1 Reason for Breakdowns in Fellowship
  • How to Network in Ministry
  • How to Avoid Self Fulfilling Prophecy
  • The Persuasive Processes and Social Influences of Ministers
  • Ministerial Decision Disconnects
  • How to Tell People They are Wrong
  • How Ministers Grow Congregations
  • Profile of a Dead End
  • People Will Not Follow Ministers Who Do Not Grow
  • Goals of a Christian Leader
  • Leading People With the Rewards that Matter Most
  • The Human Need for Affiliation in Ministry
  • Equity Theory in Ministry
  • Ministry and Reality: Know the Difference
  • Leadership Consideration: “Need” in Human Motivation
  • Great Man Theory of Leadership
  • Summary of Leadership Theories With a Christian Perspective
  • Social Learning Theory in Ministry
  • Jesus on Management
  • Christian Perspective of the False Consensus Effect
  • Summary of The Peter Principal
  • Summary of The Dunning-Kruger Effect
  • Being Aware of Cognitive, Unconscious Bias, Distortions, Fallacies
  • Culture
    • The Insatiable Desire for Self-Promotion. A Biblical and Pastoral Response
    • Answer to the Identity Crisis in a Culture of Fantasy
    • Intercultural Communication in Ministry
    • Example Cultural Analysis Between the USA and Nigeria
    • Organizational Church Culture
National Association of Christian Ministers

Christian Weddings: Biblical Vows Ceremony Planning Tips

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  • Sample Marriage Vows for Christian Weddings
  • Order of a Christian Wedding Ceremony
  • Wedding Ceremonies (Verses About)
  • Christian Minister’s Outline for a Christian Wedding Ceremony
  • How to Have the Most Amazing Relationship With Your Spouse!
  • State Requirements for Wedding Officiants: NACM How‑To Weddings Guide
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Guidelines for Funeral Ministry

6
  • Understanding the Non-Linear Five Stages of Grief
  • Ministering to the Bereaved: A Sample Syllabus
  • Funerals (Verses About)
  • Outline of a Christian Funeral
  • Important Questions About a Funeral
  • Guidelines for Funeral Ministry
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Christian Hospital Ministry

2
  • How to Start a Hospital Visitation Ministry
  • Guide for Hospital Visitations
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Answers to Controversies

17
  • Why Brands, Churches, Ministries Should Avoid Political Divisions
  • Should Foot Washing Be Practiced in Today’s Church?
  • Shake Off the Dust: Meaning Behind a Jewish Gospel Act
  • Catholic vs. Protestant Evangelical: Core Beliefs and Practices
  • Are Soul Ties Biblical? What Scripture Really Says
  • Evangelical Critiques of Exorcism and Spiritual Warfare Practices
  • Are Tattoos Forbidden in the Bible? Understanding Leviticus 19:28
  • A Sin to Think About Death…?
  • Phrases Commonly Thought To be From The Bible But Are Not
  • How to Discuss “Hot Topic Theology” With Fellow Believers
  • An Answer For Disobedient Children in Ministry
  • Ordination of Women
  • Ministry After Divorce
  • Sin Guilt vs Gravity: What the Bible Really Teaches
  • Vision of Womanhood Mary in the Bible: Revered but Not Worshiped
  • Biblical View: Generational Curses and Theological Clarity
  • Misusing Bible Verses for Social Justice: Truth in Context
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Ministry Planning

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  • The Insatiable Desire for Self-Promotion. A Biblical and Pastoral Response
  • Survey Scales Visual Guide: How to Choose the Right Scale
  • The Essence of Church Beyond Boundaries: Rethinking the Mission
  • Addressing Mental Health in the Church
  • How COVID-19 Opened New Doors for Christian Fellowship
  • Using 24 Common Character Strengths for Connecting With Others
  • How do I provide pastoral care to those who are grieving?
  • Teaching About Heaven, Hell, and Salvation
  • The Significance of Communion in Christian Ministry
  • The Role of the Holy Spirit in Ministry
  • Biblical Basis for Baptism, and How Should it be Performed
  • A Minister’s Approach to Teaching About Sin and Repentance
  • Addressing Questions About Predestination and Free Will?
  • 7 Core Christian Doctrines Every Minister Must Know
  • How to Explain the Trinity in Ministry
  • What is Christian Ministry?
  • Discerning a Call to Christian Ministry: A Biblical Guide
  • 100 Questions About Modern Christian Ministry (by category)
  • How to Publish and Market a Christian Book
  • Virtual Teams in Ministry
  • Condition of Denominations in Christianity
  • What if it Does Not Work?
  • Top 10 Mistakes Pastors Make in Planting Churches
  • How to Start a Home Bible Study
  • How to Start a Church Bible Study
  • How to Start a Bible Study
  • When to Leave a Church: Attitudes Behind Breaking Fellowship
  • Outline for a Minister’s Resume
  • Strategy for Ministry Planning
  • A&O Prayer for God’s Will. Finding Your Purpose Direction in God
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Biblical Roles in Ministry

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  • Missionary
  • Role of Administrator
  • Spiritual Gift of Administration: A Wider View
  • Spiritual Gift of Pastor: A Wider View
  • Spiritual Gift of Teaching: A Wider View
  • Connect With Members by Role, Pastor, Chaplain, etc.
  • The Role(s) of the Pastor
  • Chaplain
  • Evangelist
  • Teacher
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Preaching-Teaching-Communication

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  • The Serial Position Effect: Biblical Applications for Teaching
  • How to Lead a Congregation and Provide Pastoral Care
  • When Jesus Was Amazed: Great Faith and Unbelief in the Gospels
  • How do you Respond to Negative Feedback
  • Why Not to Restate Negative Messages
  • 2 Types of Communication
  • How to Have a Sermon MEAL
  • Researching Background Knowledge
  • The Big Picture Principle
  • Shortcut to Brilliant Bible Study
  • How Bad Bible Interpretations Hurt People
  • How to Reveal Secrets of the Psalms
  • 5 Steps To The Altar of Truth: Amazing Understanding of the Bible
  • Preaching “For”, or “Against” Theory
  • Discover Your Blind Spots in Ministry
  • Creative Principle of “Perspective Shifting.”
  • How to Not Fall Victim to a False Dilemma
  • A Leadership Mistake of Moses
  • Preparing Sermons With “The Physical First Principle”
  • Definitions Vs. Words
  • Biblical Guidelines for Communication
  • Use of Strong’s Concordance
  • Ministry Training Media
  • What are Christian Homiletics
  • How to Prepare an Audience to Hear Sermons
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Reflection

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  • How Bias Distorts Our Vision: A Pastoral Call to Clear Sight
  • Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A Guide for Ministers
  • How to Balance Personal Life with the Demands of Ministry
  • Why Pastors Need Fellowship With Other Pastors
  • Finding Real Strength in the Lord Ephesians 6:10
  • Grace, Reflection of a Profound Mystery
  • Remembering the Experience of God’s Love
  • How do you Respond to Negative Feedback
  • How to Avoid Ditches in Ministry
  • How to Manage Your Emotions in Ministry
  • Overcoming Ministry Burnout
  • How to Have “More Time” for Ministry
  • 5 Steps To The Altar of Truth: Amazing Understanding of the Bible
  • Discover Your Blind Spots in Ministry
  • Calling God’s Favor Over Ministry
  • 2 Steps to Unfriending Worry in Ministry ⚡️
  • How to Not Fall Victim to a False Dilemma
  • How to Add God Given Creativity to Ministry
  • How to Recharge Your Spirit Instantly!
  • How to Meditate: According to the Bible
  • Why Ministers Fear Failure: Overcoming Ministry Anxiety
  • Prophecy: A Few Verses for Consideration
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Chaplains

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  • Chaplain
  • How to Become a Christian Chaplain
  • How to Start a Christian Chaplain Ministry
Ministry Resources. NACM Manual to Ministry. National Association of Christian Ministers

Other Resources

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  • ​Wesley Huff’s Biblical Infographics
  • Enhance Your Biblical Teachings with Bible.Art (Free Images)
  • Free Essential Bible Study Tools & Resources for Ministry
  • Free Bible Software (Seriously Free)
  • Know the Laws in Your State
  • Integrating Media
  • Why PowerPoint Remains the #1 Choice for Church Media.
  • Links for Research
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Prayer Life

1
  • How Christian Ministers Develop a Healthy Prayer Life
National Association of Christian Ministers

Prison

3
  • Connect with Member Prison Ministers
  • How to Start a Christian Jail Visitation Ministry
  • Ministry of Writing Letters to Inmates
National Association of Christian Ministers

Pastoral Leadership

14
  • Forgiveness Is Not Forgetting: It’s Choosing to See Differently
  • The Pendulum Principle: Embracing the Upswing of God’s Promises
  • Dwelling on Past Mistakes: A Biblical Perspective to Overcoming Anxiety
  • Integrating Media
  • Crisis Management
  • Lack of Respect for Pastoral Authority
  • Burden of Biblical Counseling
  • Dealing With the High Expectations of Congregates
  • Being All Things for All People
  • Dealing With Church Politics
  • Balancing Ministry and Church Administration
  • Church Delegation of Tasks
  • Dealing with Ministry Conflict and Challenges
  • Identifying Identity
National Association of Christian Ministers

Philosophy

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  • Major Branches of Philosophy -from a Christian Perspective
  • How Thomas Aquinas Shaped Christian Theology
  • How Augustine shaped Christian Theology
  • Pascal’s Wager
  • How Blaise Pascal Shaped Christian Theology
  • The Samaritans
  • Herodians
  • The Zealots
  • The Essenes
  • Jewish sects of the 1st Century AD
  • The Sadducees
  • The Pharisees
  • Who Were the Stoics and Epicureans
  • Theology of Knowledge
  • Relative Truth
  • Epistemology
    • Epistemology
  • Ethics
    • Barriers to Masonic and Templar Ties in Evangelical Ministry
    • Minister’s Guide to Mindful Social Media Use
    • Addressing the Lies of “Misinformation” and “Disinformation”
    • Propaganda, Fake News, Disinformation, Misinformation in Ministry
    • The Moral Imagination Defined
    • Problem of Non-Accredited Degrees in Christian Ministry
    • Christian Ethical Frameworks
    • Navigating Ethical Dilemmas
  • Logic
    • Propaganda, Fake News, Disinformation, Misinformation in Ministry
    • Love, Logic, and Worship: A Reflection on Spiritual Intimacy
  • Existentialism
    • Christian Response to Nihilism: Biblical Hope and Solutions
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Ministry Ideas

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  • Hosting Virtual Bible Study on Zoom: Connect & Grow Faith.
  • Funding Ministry: Biblical Ways to Support Without Donations
  • 20 Sites to Post Your Christian Podcast
  • Starting a Podcast Episode Checklist (Part 2)
  • How to Start a Podcast for Your Ministry (Part 1)
  • Engaging Gen Z: Innovative Ministry Ideas for the Next Generation
  • How Older Churches Attract Younger Generations
  • Using “NextDoor” for Local Ministry
National Association of Christian Ministers

Christian Missions Resources and Global Outreach Tools

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  • Holistic Approach to Christian Missions
  • Example Cultural Analysis Between the USA and Nigeria
  • International Culture for Missions
  • Pakistan Travel Risk Report 2025: Christian Mission Guide
  • Nigeria Travel Risk Report 2025: Christian Mission Guide
  • Travel Risk Report 2025: India Religion, Mission, Risks
National Association of Christian Ministers

Christian Education and Ministry Training Resources

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  • Best Affordable Christian Colleges for Ministry Online
  • Problem of Non-Accredited Degrees in Christian Ministry
  • How to Cite Sources and Avoid Plagiarism in Ministry
National Association of Christian Ministers

How to Start, Lead, and Grow a Church Successfully

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  • How Older Churches Attract Younger Generations
  • Dealing With Church Politics
  • Balancing Ministry and Church Administration
  • Church Delegation of Tasks
  • Why PowerPoint Remains the #1 Choice for Church Media.
  • Articles of Incorporation
  • Template for Church Bi-Laws
  • Tips for Writing Church Bylaws
  • Organizational Church Culture
  • How to Start a Church Bible Study
  • Starting a Church: A Few Considerations
  • When to Leave a Church: Attitudes Behind Breaking Fellowship
  • How to Start a Independent Christian Church?
  • Difference Between a Church and a Ministry
Spiritual Gifts. NACM Manual to Ministry. National Association of Christian Ministers

Spiritual Gifts Explained with Biblical Teaching

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  • Tongues: Considering the Cessationist vs. Continuationist Views
National Association of Christian Ministers

Baby Dedication Prayers and Christian Service Guides

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  • Outline: Baby Dedication Ceremony
  • Children (Verses About)
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Effective Ministry Emails and Templates for Churches

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  • Email: Thanking New Visitation at Church
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Pastoral Guidance and Christian Coaching Resources

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  • How to Have the Most Amazing Relationship With Your Spouse!
  • How Ministries Can Support Families Dealing with Addiction
  • Overcoming Doubt: The Power of Prayer in Times of Crisis
  • How Can I Help Someone Struggling with Faith?
  • Biblical Coaching With Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
  • Effective Coaching Techniques for Pastors
  • How do I provide pastoral care to those who are grieving?
  • Understanding the Non-Linear Five Stages of Grief
  • 3 Biblical Approaches to Marriage Counseling
  • The Minister’s Role of a Mandatory Reporter
  • Importance of Christian Ordination in Ministry
  • Tips for New Christian Ministers
  • Common Questions for New Ministers
  • Grief Comes in Waves: Biblical Hope for the Hurting
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Christian Ministry Terms and Definitions Explained

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  • Tawhid in Islam: Meaning, Origins, and Christian Perspective
  • Cruciform Ethic: Living the Cross-Shaped Life
  • Annihilationism (Term)
  • Agnosticism (Term)
  • Chanukah (Term)
  • Catechesis (Term)
  • Cannon (Term)
  • Calvinism (Term)
  • Perseverance (Term)
  • Conditional Perseverance (Term)
  • Election (Term)
  • Conditional Election (Term)
  • Christology (Term)
  • Incarnation (Term)
  • Continuationist (Term)
  • Cessationist (Term)
  • Casting Lots, Purim (Term)
  • Beatific (Term)
  • Axiology (Term)
  • Atonement (Term)
  • Asceticism (Term)
  • Ascension (Term)
  • Apostasy (Term)
  • Apologetics (Term)
  • Apocrypha (Term)
  • Anthropomorphism (Term)
  • Animism (Term)
  • Angel (Term)
  • Epistle (Term)
  • Terms Every Minister Should Know
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Christian Ministry Polls, Statistics, and Research

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  • Survey Scales Visual Guide: How to Choose the Right Scale
  • Denominational Polls
National Association of Christian Ministers

Christian Ministry Jobs and Career Opportunities Online

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  • Find Church Jobs Near Me: Search Ministry Job Boards
National Association of Christian Ministers

Reports on Christian Ministry Trends and Challenges

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  • “The Bible in America Today” from State of the Bible USA 2024
  • “How Do You Feel About Church?” from State of the Bible USA 2024
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Christian Stories and Illustrations for Sermons and Teaching

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  • Enhance Your Biblical Teachings with Bible.Art (Free Images)
  • Pastor’s Funny Story About Power Outages: “Great Blackout of ’24”
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How to Reach Gen Z with the Gospel Effectively

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  • Saved or Born Again: How Gen Z May View These Terms
  • Engaging Gen Z: Innovative Ministry Ideas for the Next Generation
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Rethinking the Mission of the Church for Today

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  • Cultivate a Biblical Worldview for Effective Ministry
  • April Showers for Kingdom Growth
  • The Forgotten Baptismal Opportunity in Your Home: The Bathtub
  • Funding Ministry: Biblical Ways to Support Without Donations
  • Loneliness Since 2010-2024 (with emphasis on 2020-2024)
  • The Essence of Church Beyond Boundaries: Rethinking the Mission
  • How to Create a Virtual Member Packet for Your Church
  • Rethinking the Mission of the Church Beyond Buildings and Rituals
  • 1. Summary Mooney’s Smart Discipleship Model
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Worship in Spirit and Truth: Biblical Worship Guide

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  • Psalm 100:4: Entering God’s Presence with Thanksgiving
  • The Biblical Concept of Praise as Worship: A Comparative Analysis
  • Analysis of Hebrew Words for “Worship” in the Old Testament
  • Worship: The Overlooked Catalyst for Revival
  • Worship in the New Testament Explained: Proskyneō vs Latreuō
  • Mentions of Worship in the Book of Revelation
  • Separation of the Sacred from the Secular: Worship and Idols
  • NT Verses About Worship
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The Association of Religion Data Archives


Pew Research Center


Barna Group


Asbury Theological Seminary Research


BBC – Religion


International Religious Freedom Report


Juicy Ecumenism


Christianity


StudyLight.org


Christian Classics Ethereal Library


The Bible – Read and Study Free Online


Bible Hub


Christianity Today


US : Christianity Daily


Real Clear Religion


Charisma Magazine


Sound Journalism


The Institute for Creation Research


Religion Online


Society for Pentecostal Studies


Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy


Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy


ABARIM Directory of Biblical Names


Consensus


SPJ ToolBox


Explore Databases


Google Data Search


Microsoft Open Data


Registry of Open Data


Kaggle Dataset


Insurify Crime Reports


Encyclopedia of Philosophy


Journal of the American Academy of Religion


Oxford Journal of Law and Religion


Sociology of Religion


Christian Bioethics 

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