We asked vocational pastors and church ministry leaders across the country a simple question: “What are some things that you wish your church would know about pastors?” Read Pastor Steve Chang’s new article.
“Wait for the Lord, because God will redeem every weaning pain.” In case you missed it, watch Tia Kim read her article, The Gift of a Quiet Heart, on YouTube. Listen on Spotify and Podcasts.
We are giving away a signed copy of Brett McCracken’s new book, The Wisdom Pyramid. Read my review and enter on Instagram. If you have an article or link to share, reach me on Twitter or Instagram.
Articles From Around The Web
1. Faith Chang: God Among the Crowds
“I think I used to imagine Jesus’ relationship with the crowds like that of a speaker with an audience: They’d listen to him in large numbers like a sold-out stadium, then gather around as people might surround a guest lecturer after a talk. Even with a sizable group, listeners instinctively wait their turn and respectfully give the famous person some breathing space. Being a mom of 4 has changed that perception.”
2. Trevin Wax: The Seductive Sin We Never Talk About
“Self-pity turns your gaze to yourself and your wounds. Fighting self-pity requires looking up to the crucified Jesus.”
3. Scott Hubbard: The Proverbs 31 Man
“When the Proverbs 31 man praises his wife for the work of her hands, he is praising God for the work of his hands: her.”
Books, Podcasts, Music, And More
1. The Pursuit with Richard Lee: Adam Taylor
“[Adam’s] heart for justice has taken him around the world and back, but it was his heart for pursuing God that brought him close to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro.”
2. DesiringGod: Has Porn Already Broken My Future Marriage?
“Pornography distorts our souls. But with the transformation of the Holy Spirit and a hard, honest fight, there is still hope for godly intimacy in marriage.”
3. Aaron Lee: Related Works
Book Reviews: More Than a Battle by Joe Rigney, Worshiping with the Reformers by Karin Maag, The Servant of the Lord and His Servant People by Matthew S. Harmon. Our TGIF playlist is available on Spotify. Join my Asian American Worship Leaders Facebook group.
Featured This Week On SOLA Network
1. Rachel Seo: When Representation Becomes More: A Reflection on the Film “Minari”
“The idea of ‘celebrating Asian culture’ so publicly often feels disingenuous to me because all I really have ever done is just exist.”
2. Aaron Lee: Feed Your Soul: A Book Review of “The Wisdom Pyramid”
“Let us answer the call of wisdom, and find the Bread of Life that truly satisfies, ensuring that we live physically and spiritually healthy lives.”
3. Tobi-Hope Jieun Park: The Gift of Poetry: Inspired by Amanda Gorman
“Whether it’s through song, sports, or just being present, we can bring the people around us closer to Christ.”
4. Steve Chang: Four Things Pastors Wish Their Churches Knew About Them Right Now
“The reason why God has placed your pastor in your church is because he or she knows and cares for the flock, but please know that they still have limitations.”
5. TGIF: Roundup for February 5, 2021
How to Weather the Worsening Trust Crisis / Window Views / On Preaching and Worship
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