The Joyful Servant: Lessons from Pastor Rick Finley on Ministry and Life
The Joyful Servant: Lessons from Pastor Rick Finley on Ministry and Life In this episode of the R3 Ministry Network podcast, host Pastor Corey Bane is joined by Pastor Rick Finley of Fellowship Baptist Church in Durham, North Carolina. They discuss the crucial topic of maintaining joy in pastoral ministry. They share personal experiences and…
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Renewing Faith: Church Revitalization Story in Tucson, AZ
In this episode, we embark on a journey of transformation, exploring the profound impact of initiatives like the Adopt-A-Church Ministry and the heartening gestures of the Refresh a Pastor program. Through enlightening conversations with pastors Corey Bane and Greg Joyner, alongside esteemed guests, we uncover the intricate tapestry of revitalization, from the inception of Coronado…
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Welcoming Peter Rall: A Journey of Faith and New Beginnings with R3 Ministry Network
Pastor Greg celebrates the introduction of Peter Rall, who is joining the R3 team as an ambassador. With a friendship spanning 33 years, Peter shares his powerful journey of faith, including mission trips that left lasting impacts on both him and those he served. Throughout the conversation, Peter and Greg discuss Peter’s background, his calling,…
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Never Alone
I read article after article that describe how socially connected we are but at the same time loneliness is at an all time high. We are connected to the world while at the same time isolated from everyone. Or so it seems. However, Proverbs 5:21 tells us we are never alone. âFor the ways of…
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Do the Task and Enjoy the Journey
âWhatâs God plan for your life?â Have you ever asked or thought about that? Probably, but you canât figure out everything God has planned for you or what He is doing: it is beyond your conception. If His plans were something you could dream up, they would probably be something you could achieve on your…
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Good Words and Gentile Winds
âHeaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it gladâ Proverbs 12:25. âOne day, a teacher asked her students, âWhich is more important- the sun or the moon?â One eager student quickly replied, âThe moon, Because the moon gives us light at night when itâs dark. The sun just…
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Think the Best, First
Proverbs 14:9 says âFools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.â Or-âthe selfish or spiritually blind person ridicules right and wrong, but a moral personâs life is favored. Take note when you find good will shown by others today. I know it often seems so rare that we halt just…
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Up in Smoke
Think about it. Your life span compared to all of eternity is merely a mist, a vapor, a puff of smoke. Blink your eyes and youâre 18. Blink again and youâre 30, married two kids, career⊠Blink again and you are attending your childâs graduation, wedding. With so little time for impact it does make…
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Who Can Help You Do That?
Pastoring a local church can be very rewarding, and certainly fulfilling. Pastoring can also be all-consuming and draining when life and ministry are out of balance. There are so many ministries to care for, meetings to prepare for, people to pray for, messages to study for; oh, and yes, your family to be there for.…
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Presence Has Power
Hey, weâre church members too! Donât forget your wife and kids are part of the church family and need ministry too! I see it way too often â a sold-out pastor who is passionate about shepherding and leading his church. There is nothing wrong with that focus and passion. In fact, itâs important and foundational…
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