by Ron Ethridge | Church, Church Difficulties
Every time a Christian sins they do so knowing what they’re about to do AND that it is wrong AND that it is a sin against God. No Christian EVER commits a sin without full knowledge that their words and/or actions are to some degree wrong and should not be done....
by Ron Ethridge | Church, Church Difficulties, Pastoral Ministry, Redemption Ministries
In my ministry to hurting and wounded ministers and churches I have occasion to see a lot of dysfunction… from both sides. I have observed perpetually conflicted congregational settings AND perpetually conflicted ministers. The possibilities work out this way (I...
by Ron Ethridge | Church, Pastoral Ministry
Note: This is a follow-up to a previous post. I am thankful that I now serve a church that has been known for being a harmonious, peaceful, and loving congregation (Huffman Baptist Church). This is not to say there haven’t been difficulties, they just handle...
by Ron Ethridge | Christian Living
The following passage is interesting in that Paul writes about one of the best ways to defeat Satan. Consider 2 Cor 2:10-11… Anyone whom you forgive, I also forgive. What I have forgiven, if I have forgiven anything, has been for your sake in the presence of...
by Ron Ethridge | Church, Ethics, Pastoral Ministry
Jesus said, “I will build My church and the gates of hell will not prevail against it.” (Matthew 16:18) NOTE: Monday’s post will explore the other side of this coin… “Churches Glorifying God” will be the title (God willing). I...
