Living Worthy with D.J. Horton

7 Deadly Sins of Ministry: Episode 6 Satisfied Without Seeing People Saved Ft. Guest: Paul Chitwood President of IMB

As pastors, it is possible to work really hard at doing church really well, yet become increasingly indifferent to the reality that the lost around us face an eternity without Christ in hell. Join Dr. D.J. Horton and guest Dr. Paul Chitwood, president of the International Mission Board, for a conversation on how to avoid the sin of being satisfied in ministry without seeing people saved. 

 

Marked: Stolen

Exodus 20:15

We expect the world to steal. 

But what happens when God’s people commit theft?

When God’s people commit theft, it is…

1. A Case of Stolen Integrity

2. A Case of Stolen Theology

      -When we steal, we…

1. We disregard or are dissatisfied with God’s provisions in our life.
2. We destroy God’s providence in our neighbor’s life.

3. A Case of Stolen Industry

4. A Case of Stolen Generosity

How’s your integrity? Theology? Industry? Generosity?

 

7 Deadly Sins of Ministry: Episode 5 ft. Dr. James Merrit, Senior Pastor of Cross Pointe Church

We were never meant to lead our ministries with stale prayers and spiritless priorities. Join Dr. D.J. Horton and guest Dr. James Merritt, the Senior Pastor of Cross Pointe Church in Duluth, Georgia, for a conversation on how to guard against doing God's work with human effort that is not empowered by desperate prayer and reliance on the Holy Spirit.

Marked: 5 Truths for 5 Words

Exodus 20:14

5 Truths for 5 Words...

1. The Heart of the Command against Adultery

2. The Hope of the Command against Adultery

3. The Harm of Committing Adultery

4. The Help for Countering Adultery

Chase: Chase Christ, Chase your spouse, Chase your kids, Chase the church, Chase the lost 

Flee: Flee all immorality, Flee all hints, Flee all opportunities 

5. The Healing in Christ from Adultery

 

7 Deadly Sins of Ministry: Episode 4 Sexual Sin Ft. Danny Akin President of SBTS

Compromising God's standard for holiness in the areas of sex, sexual desire, and sexual purity is a difficult sin to attack because of the personal and private nature of most sexual sin. This is why leaders must intensify their diligence and transparency. Join Dr. D.J. Horton and guest Dr. Daniel Akin, president of the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, for a candid conversation about proactively battling this deadly sin.

Marked: The Call for Kids

Exodus 20:12

“The law put Jesus on the cross.  

The law brings sinners to the cross.  The law keeps Christians near the cross.”

-Mike Mazzalongo

 It matters what we understand…

1. The Order of the 5th Commandment

-The relationship of children to their parents is first, forever, and foundational.

2. The Obedience to the 5th Commandment

- Honor matters.  Honor in Hebrew literally means “heavy” or “weighty.” Honor is really for all of us.

Honor:  Children – Obedience.  Adults – Respect/Care.

3. The Obstacle to the 5th Commandment

When this world’s relationships are broken, you are not alone.

4. The Outcome of the 5th Commandment

Honoring you as a mother with truth...

• Your worth is in Him
• Your calling is high
• Your enemy is a liar
• Your hope is the gospel

When you honor The Lord, you honor your parents and you  parent honorably.

7 Deadly Sins of Ministry Episode 3: Seeking Popularity, Prestige, or Prominence Ft. Pastor Fred Luter Jr.

Finding our motivation for ministry in the pursuit and praise of human recognition is an easy snare to fall into as a leader. Join me and special guest Pastor Dr. Fred Luter, Jr., the first African American President of the Southern Baptist Convention and the Senior Pastor at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, Louisiana, for a conversation on how to fight the temptation to become infatuated with platform, prestige, and popularity.

Marked: What A Difference A Day Makes

Exodus 20:8-10

5 Truths to Make Sense of the Sabbath

1. The Prerequisite of The Sabbath in Creation  

2. The Purpose of The Sabbath in the Covenant  

3. The Person of The Sabbath on Calvary

4. The Principle of The Sabbath in Christianity

5. The Pattern of The Sabbath in a Christian

A Redemptive Rhythm of...

-A day of rest away from work with a focus on family and godly pleasure.

-A prioritized time of in person gathering with our church family to worship, hear preaching, fellowship, give, pray, and minister.

Have you found you rest in Him?

Does the rhythm of your week show it?

 

7 Deadly Sins in Ministry Episode 2: Struggling for Power ft. Kevin Ezell President of NAMB

Being wise and strategic are needed skills for pastors and leaders, but manipulating people as a means to an end has no place in ministry. Join Dr. D.J. Horton and Dr. Kevin Ezell, president of the North American Mission Board, for a conversation on recognizing and battling the sin of struggling for power.

7 Deadly Sins of Ministry Episode 1: Subtle Pride ft. Jamie Dew President of NOBTS

Sutble pride is quietly believing ourselves to be the source of effective pastoring, leading, and church growth, and it is deadly to our ministries. Join Dr. D.J. Horton and Dr. Jamie K. Dew, the president of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, for a conversation on how to recognize and battle the sin of subtle pride.