For more than four decades, Bishop Douglas White has faithfully served in ministry, beginning in 1980 and leaving an indelible mark on lives and churches across the globe. Having preached in countless meetings worldwide, his voice carries the weight of experience, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to the Kingdom. Ministry Matters is a space where callings are clarified, character is cultivated, and commitment is deepened. Each episode dives into the principles and practices that truly matter, equipping ministers, leaders, and believers by investing in ministries that last.
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For more than four decades, Bishop Douglas White has faithfully served in ministry, beginning in 1980 and leaving an indelible mark on lives and churches across the globe. Having preached in countless meetings worldwide, his voice carries the weight of experience, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to the Kingdom. Ministry Matters is a space where callings are clarified, character is cultivated, and commitment is deepened. Each episode dives into the principles and practices that truly matter, equipping ministers, leaders, and believers by investing in ministries that last.
Every passionate ministry is anxious to be involved in the work of God... but, if they are not careful, many mistakes can be made when they bypass God's chosen timing and start operating by their desire instead of God's wisdom. Here are some basic guidelines as it pertains to the dangers of not knowing the answers to the question, "When can I go?"
Every sermon built has to start somewhere. It's been my observation that where that sermon starts either makes it easier to prepare... or makes it much harder to prepare. In this podcast of Ministry Matters, we share where sermons start and the importance of building that sermon with the right directives, and how it makes your sermons much more effective to the purpose of God.
There are a lot of things that 'Elders' used to teach their upcoming ministries. Among them was the importance of how your claim to have a ministry will affect the humanity around you. This podcast looks back at what to expect when YOUR ministry collides with THEIR humanity.
It happens to everyone in ministry at some point in our lives. We, in the process of trying to help others, feel that uncomfortable 'disconnect' in our spirit that leaves us unsure, unfulfilled, and sometimes unaware of what's going on. This podcast explains what causes that 'disconnect' among sincere hearted ministries.
Have you ever wondered why some called to ministry flourish while others, with the same kind of calling, seemingly flounder? There is a massive difference in a 'maybe' ministry and a 'martyr' ministry. This podcast examines that difference for every hungry hearted soul.
Who would have dreamed it would even be a factor... but reality demands that, sometimes, you have to protect your marriage from your very own ministry! This podcast surveys the different 'snare points' that can damage or destroy your ministry... as well as the 'safeguards' that will protect you marriage as you navigate the treacherous aspects of ministry.
In the quest of sincere ministry to find 'usable' elements to build our sermons, construct our Bible Studies, and reaffirm our doctrines, it's common to utilize various elements to build that sermon. However, many ministries have made it harder on sincere, God called ministries by making some needless mistakes in what the Bible calls 'rightly dividing the word'. Today's podcast considers the restrictions that should guide our pursuit of preaching material.
"To be like Jesus, to be like Jesus..." We used to sing that precious old song, but sometimes - especially in real ministry - you have to live the song. The life of Jesus, the greatest example of ministry that ever existed, surely reminds us of the price that will have to be paid to possess a viable, passionate ministry.
What are some of the things that older, established Men of God hope to see in younger, developing preachers? This podcast considers what 'old generals' look for in 'young warriors' that will make them successful in their efforts at true Apostolic ministry.
Every sincere ministry finds themselves, at times, questioning their worthiness to truly be used of God because of their flaws. This episode deals with the irritants of our humanity that try to convince us that our flaws somehow disqualify God's genuine calling on our lives.
Everyone desiring to be used of God wants to know the will of God. Sometimes that 'will of God' is an elusive thing. This podcast delves into 3 Keys to Knowing the Will of God for your own life.
Apostolic Perpetuation should be in the spiritual DNA of every Pastor and leader among us. Without the proper investment made in those young, potential laden ministries valuable things that matter to ministry are going to be much harder for them to acquire!
If your developing ministry is going to be effective, there are some 'Thou Shalt Nots' that you need to apply to your ministry. Failing to do so only serves to damage what could be dynamic!
The serious issue far too many passionate young ministers encounter is that they have convoluted the 'demands' of ministry... This podcast addresses the issue of those who get OUT of the will of God while claiming to be trying to get IN the will of God.
Why would God be angry at someone who seemingly only obeyed His laws? Let's consider the source of God's frustration at those in 'ministry' as it pertains to what appeared to be 'obedience'.
For more than four decades, Bishop Douglas White has faithfully served in ministry, beginning in 1980 and leaving an indelible mark on lives and churches across the globe. Having preached in countless meetings worldwide, his voice carries the weight of experience, wisdom, and an unwavering commitment to the Kingdom. Ministry Matters is a space where callings are clarified, character is cultivated, and commitment is deepened. Each episode dives into the principles and practices that truly matter, equipping ministers, leaders, and believers by investing in ministries that last.
