Send me a Text Message or ask a question. — Jerrie Most of us avoid talking about death—or about leaving a ministry—until we’re forced to. But what if preparing for both could bring peace instead of panic? In this episode, I’ll share lessons from planning my own funeral and my own exit from full-time preaching—practical ways preachers and elders can prepare for the next chapter. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. There is no additional charge to you. Between Pre...
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Send me a Text Message or ask a question. — Jerrie Most of us avoid talking about death—or about leaving a ministry—until we’re forced to. But what if preparing for both could bring peace instead of panic? In this episode, I’ll share lessons from planning my own funeral and my own exit from full-time preaching—practical ways preachers and elders can prepare for the next chapter. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. There is no additional charge to you. Between Pre...
I want the church to grow, but . . . those people?
Gleaning Mustard Seeds with Jerrie Barber
9 minutes
2 weeks ago
I want the church to grow, but . . . those people?
Send me a Text Message or ask a question. — Jerrie I say I want the church to grow—but often what I mean is only with people like me. Jesus said His kingdom would start small and grow beyond expectation, yet when growth brings people who unsettle me, I face the the difference between what I want and what God wants. The real question is: Do I want the church to grow, or just to grow my way? As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. There is no additional charge to yo...
Gleaning Mustard Seeds with Jerrie Barber
Send me a Text Message or ask a question. — Jerrie Most of us avoid talking about death—or about leaving a ministry—until we’re forced to. But what if preparing for both could bring peace instead of panic? In this episode, I’ll share lessons from planning my own funeral and my own exit from full-time preaching—practical ways preachers and elders can prepare for the next chapter. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. There is no additional charge to you. Between Pre...
