2019 is almost upon us. This is a time that many of us are making resolutions or decisions to do something differently, better, more often, or to stop doing something altogether. As Pastors, the resolutions we make affect at least one of the many relationships we must balance. We are often husbands, fathers, grandfathers, brothers,… Continue reading Resolutions for Pastors and Church Planters
Author: Philip Pinckney
Philip Pinckney is the Lead Pastor of Radiant Church (RadiantCharleston.com) in North Charleston, SC. He earned a BA from The Citadel and is currently finishing a Master's degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Philip is also the Director for 1Charleston (1Charleston.org), an organization started in 2014 to help the Church understand and embrace the multi-ethnic gospel. He is the grateful husband to Jenny and they have a wonderful son.
Unity
In recent years, there has been much talk about reconciliation and unity. Most of this discussion has been beneficial and Biblical, and much overdue. Unfortunately, the well-meaning desire for unity has shifted the goal posts so that it might be more easily achieved. If we are to work towards Biblical unity, we have to have… Continue reading Unity
Make the Day Long (Part 1)
In Lewis Drummond’s Biography, Spurgeon: Prince of Preachers, Charles Spurgeon tells the story of a Puritan that arose at five o’clock for his morning time of prayer. But as the Puritan entered his study, he heard the hammer of the local blacksmith in the distant background. This sound caused the man to immediately fall to… Continue reading Make the Day Long (Part 1)
The Solid Rock
My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness; I dare not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus’ name. On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand; All other ground is sinking sand. So goes the first verse of the classic hymn written by Edward Mote on his way to… Continue reading The Solid Rock