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    Called to Shepherd: 52 Weekly Devotions for Pastors and Ministry Leaders
    Called to Shepherd: 52 Weekly Devotions for Pastors and Ministry Leaders
    Called to Shepherd: 52 Weekly Devotions for Pastors and Ministry Leaders
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    Called to Shepherd: 52 Weekly Devotions for Pastors and Ministry Leaders

    By John Crosby

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    LEAD WISELY- One simple, genuine prayer led me to sit before my computer one afternoon and start writing this book. God has spoken to me so clearly through his leaders so often that I hoped he would offer something worthwhile to you through me. I know that you have more to read than you care to even consider. I know the value of your time. That is why these are brief, weekly devotions that you can quickly read and simply ask God to reveal the principle at work the following week. You will not find deep theology or warm, feel-good expressions within these pages. Yet, you may realize that God has a simple message here specifically for you that will exponentially enhance your leadership.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAmbassador International
    Release dateOct 25, 2013
    ISBN9781620200391
    Called to Shepherd: 52 Weekly Devotions for Pastors and Ministry Leaders

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      Book preview

      Called to Shepherd - John Crosby

      Title Page

      Copyright

      Dedication

      Endorsements

      Foreword

      Introduction

      The Best Ministry Preparation

      Completing, Not Competing

      Stewards First

      The Most Dangerous Path

      Why Do You Boast?

      Walk Steadfastly Into the Arena

      A Father's Role

      Leading the Flock

      Trust

      Gaining Wisdom

      Hydrate

      Iron Sharpens Iron

      The Big Kahuna

      And Then Some

      Strong, Enduring Ministry

      Moving Forward

      First Forgive

      Passion and Purpose

      Your Inner Circlee

      Grasshoppers In Our Own Eyes

      From Lion to Loaf

      Worth Your Salt

      The Chinese Bamboo Tree

      Follow Wholeheartedly

      Keeping Your Oath

      Time Thieves

      Leaving a Legacy

      Genuine Prayers

      Listening and Learning

      Known by Our Actions

      Worthy Words and Actions

      Your Team's Sweet Spot

      The Size of the Fight in the Dog

      Stand Firm

      Wisdom is Supreme

      Posing

      Kicking Back

      Poor Performers

      When Words are Many

      God's Character

      Fresh Baked Cookies

      Is It Beneficial? Is It Binding?

      White Lies

      Are You Listening?

      Selecting Leaders

      Tripping the Weak

      Success

      Responding to Mockers

      Your Game Plan

      Nothing Is Impossible

      Light

      The Lion's Roar

      Called to Shepherd

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      Pastors and Ministry Leaders

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      Called to Shepherd is dedicated to the countless pastors and ministry leaders who have reached

      out to me since childhood, inspiring and shaping my life through teaching, preaching, counseling, serving,

      accountability, and friendship. It is also dedicated to thousands of men and women serving in the trenches of day-to-day ministry, overcoming the temptations of pride and fear while faithfully seeking to love and honor our God and the people they have been trusted to serve.

      Thank you.

      John Crosby has been blessed with the gift of clarity. These devotions are clear, challenging and helpful to young and old pastors and ministry leaders alike. Every week’s devotion speaks to issues that simply must be addressed in the lives of those who are called to shepherd.

      Portable, practical and palatable; this helpful resource is a green pasture for both sheep and shepherds.

      Kenny Grant, Kenny Grant Evangelistic Ministries

      Any Christian who has ever led in any way—as a pastor, teacher, administrator, ministry team leader—is sensitive to the challenges of leading as Christ would lead. They have dealt with subtle and not-so-subtle temptations to abdicate to a power, do-it-my-way style of leading. John Crosby demonstrates the need, qualities, and attitudes of those who would lead well, for the right reasons, and to the right end. I’ve found his pithy, penetrating devotions a blessing to my soul.

      Eleanor A. Daniel, Dorothy Keister Walker Professor of Christian Education Emeritus, Emmanuel School of Religion, Johnson City, TN

      I have found John’s short devotions to be loaded with wisdom. Each weekly writing gives a key thought to remember and take with you throughout the week. A great way for busy ministry leaders to start each week.

      Dicky Clark, Vice President of Field Ministry, Southeast Coastal Region (GA, FL, SC, NC) for Fellowship of Christian Athletes

      I have known John Crosby since the day he gave his life to Christ. Since then he has made a life-changing impact for Christ because of his commitment to ministering to people in the business sector of our community.

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