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The influence of the godly family in nurturing aspirants for the gospel ministry

Arie den Hartog·2019-12-16
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Den Hartog examines the critical role that godly families play in encouraging young men to pursue gospel ministry, addressing the PRC's shortage of ministerial candidates. The article reflects on both the spiritual necessity of prayer for future ministers and the practical importance of family discipleship in cultivating vocational callings within the congregation.

Previous article in this series: October 15, 2019, p. 43. There have been many urgent calls to our churches and her members to pray for the young men of our congregations to consider the ministry of the gospel in our churches. It has been stated that we as a denomination are headed for a very serious shortage of ministers in the next few years. This is largely because the PRC has many pastors who are nearing the end of their ministries and because so few new students are arising with the...

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Author
Arie den Hartog
Date

2019-12-16

Source
Standard Bearer
Scripture References
2 Timothy 2
Topics
PreachingChurch GovernmentPrayerMarriage and Family
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