Sloth | Matthew 25 | 10-20-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

How is the crisis of mental health affecting pastors and their families within the Christian church? What role do serotonin levels play in depression, and how can lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, help improve mental well-being without the side effects of medication?Af Neil Nedley

How is technology, particularly AI, reshaping pastoral ministry and church outreach? What opportunities do AI tools like chatbots offer for enhancing communication and engagement within congregations? Conversely, what threats do they pose to personal connection and theological accuracy in pastoral care?…

What role does compassionate leadership play in the Seventh-day Adventist Church and how does it align with biblical principles and the mission to serve? Why is balancing technology with human compassion crucial for effective church leadership? How can church leaders model Jesus's example of empathy?…

Exploring the fundamentals of discipleship: prayer, Bible study, and meditation on the Word of God.Af Ramon J. Canals

Unrighteous Anger | Genesis 4: 5-6 | 10-13-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

How can we live a life of purity and holiness in a world filled with sexual immorality? This article explores the transformative power of God’s Word in overcoming moral struggles and embracing true heart holiness through a deep relationship with Christ.Af Ramon J. Canals

Pastor Josh Seely. Joint service with Restoration Church.Af Clear Water Church

How do we guide others toward transformation while staying true to God’s Word? This article explores the delicate balance between love, truth, and the call for repentance, as well as the role of pastors in leading people to Jesus without compromising biblical standards.Af Pavel Goia

7 Deadly Sins | Romans 1:22-24 | 9-22-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Pride | 2 Chronicles 26 | 9-29-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Exploring three things that can maximize evangelism results: understanding the community you are targeting, building a missional culture, and developing goals for members to become strong disciples.Af Steve Leddy

When we invite congregations to engage in personal evangelistic ministry, we must teach principles that transcend years and contexts yet appear fresh and relevant. Here are three principles to apply to your personal evangelistic ministry.Af Heather Crews

Revitalizing a stagnant or dying church is difficult work. Exploring 3 components needed for revitalizing a church: (1) a spiritual foundation, (2) intentional discipleship, and (3) discerning God’s vision.Af Errol N. McLean

A lay member's act that humbled a pastor.Af Garhett Morgan

Exploring the components of proclamation evangelism: proclaimer, the proclamation (the message), and the proclamation’s results.Af Hugo Eli Rojas

Why Clear Water Church ? | Acts 2:42 | 9-8-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

How can ministers effectively address the complex topic of Creation within their congregations while navigating the tension between biblical accounts and scientific perspectives? This article provides practical steps for integrating Creation discussions into discipleship while maintaining theological integrity.…

Are Christians neglecting their God-given duty to care for nature? Discover how the Bible calls for stewardship of the environment, and why respecting creation is a vital part of faith.Af Jo Ann Davidson

We Know | 1 John 5:18-21 | 9-1-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

If We Ask Anything According to His Will | 1 John 5:14-17 | 8-25-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

In a technologically advanced world, is there still a place for pastoral in-person visitation? Why is pastoral visitation so important, and how does it help our future?Af Justin Childers

Understanding the depth of God’s call for humanity to love one another through exploring the rabbinical concept of 'mishpat', the role of the priesthood, and the importance of listening to and engaging in the lessons of Scripture.Af Donald Humbert

Nothing Without Jesus | 1 John 5:1-12 | 8-18-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Practical steps that pastors and church ministries can take to engage with their communities.Af David Springer

You have undoubtedly seen forms of suffering in your congregation. Guidelines to help you care for trauma survivors.Af Sydney Segen

Love One Another | 1 John 4:7-12 | 8-11-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Feeling alone in your pastoral journey? Learn how God's promise of His presence offers solace and renewal even in the darkest times.Af Innocent Hatekimana Tuyishime

Exercising Spiritual Discernment | 1 John 4:1-6 | 8-4-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

How are former mission fields now leading global evangelism? What does this 'Great Reversal' mean for the future of the Adventist Church's mission strategy?Af Jeffrey O. Brown

When We Doubt Our Salvation | 1 John 3:19-24 | 7-28-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Our prayers do make a difference! And even more so when we pray in unity for something or someone. This is a heartwarming story of a church who prayed in unity for a dying baby girl.Af Boris-Jordan Flores

This article focuses on how the battle between Michael and the dragon and the three angels’ messages are related.Af Hyunsok John Doh

Born of God | 1 John 3:4-10 | 7-21-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

This article explores the implications of AI in pastoral ministry, provides a biblical foundation for such technologies, and offers recommendations for their use.Af Rogelio Paquini

How can we, as ministers in the twenty-first century, deal with cross-cultural funerals?Af Daniel Kancel

Evidence You are Born Again (pt. 1) – Practicing Righteousness | 1 John 2:28-3:3 | 7-14-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Can retirement be a fulfilling experience? Does my ministry end once I'm retired? How does retirement impact my walk with Christ?Af Delbert W. Baker

What can we learn from Moses and his father-in-law, Jethro? Exploring five purposeful leadership practices that pastors should follow.Af Jimmy Arthur Atkins

Warning Against Antichrists | 1 John 2:18-27 | 7-7-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Can we—busy shepherds—really pray without ceasing? When, where, and how should we pray?Af Pavel Goia

Love What Lasts | 1 John 2:15-17 | 6-30-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

Have you ever been influenced by limiting beliefs? Are you holding on to any limiting beliefs? Does God want us to be limited in our service to Him?Af Ramon J. Canals

Love Your Brother | 1 John 2:7-11 | 6-23-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

What is 'clinical pastoral education' (CPE)? What is the relevance of CPE to local church pastors? How does CPE link with mission?Af Victoria Tayo Aja

Exploring the need for and impact of pastoral care for sick and/or hospitalized people, and principles to keep you member-centered in supporting suffering parishioners.Af Steve Thomas

The Evidence of Obedience |1 John 2:3-6 | 6-16-24 by Clear Water ChurchAf Clear Water Church

What does clinical pastoral education have to offer? What is the learning process in clinical pastoral education?Af Ivan H. Omaña

Exploring the caregiver's experience in ministering to the sick, dying, and grieving. How can caregivers remain strong when working amid pain and suffering? What are common mistakes pastors and caregivers make in this context and how can these mistakes be avoided?Af Amanda E. Sanders

A third of congregations in North America are not baptizing a single person each year. Why are churches struggling? What is a disciple and how can churches make disciples?Af Tim Madding