Category: Combined Ministry
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When Obedience Meets Red Tape
When Pastors and Physicians Stand Together, Compliance Becomes Possible and God’s Plan Advances. “When the gospel ministers and the medical missionary workers are not united, there is placed on our churches the worst evil that can be placed there.” — Manuscript 46, 1904 / Medical Ministry, p. 241 Introduction: A Call to Courageous Unity There… Read more
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The Hidden Trap in Medical Ministry
Avoiding A Subtle But Serious Error We all want to see medical work and ministry come together in a way that truly honors God. But there’s a subtle mistake that’s easy to miss—one that can completely derail the real mission of medical ministry. It’s a trap I’ve seen again and again, and one that I… Read more
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Ordination and the Gospel Commission:
A Church’s Gift to Its Missionaries. The church’s act of setting individuals apart for gospel ministry, often referred to as ordination, is more than a mere formality. It is a gift—a public recognition of a divine calling that strengthens missionaries, including physicians, to resist discouragement and stand firm in their work. This sacred act acknowledges… Read more
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The Power of the Pastoral Vision
I Want This City… The role of a pastor in leading God’s people is unique and profound. Pastors often underestimate the power of their vision—visions inspired by God to bring health, healing, and salvation to their communities. The pastoral vision is not born of personal ambition or pride but of divine inspiration, cultivated through communion… Read more
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The Power Of The Pastoral Call.
Do Not Underestimate The Power of the Pastoral Call. It Can Inspire Others To Join In Gods Mission Pastors wield an incredible power that they often do not recognize—the power of calling others to join them in ministry. Their voices, empowered by the Holy Spirit, resonate in ways that reach deep into the hearts of… Read more
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Three Models for Encouraging Collaboration Between Medicine and Ministry
The call to unite medical work and gospel ministry has deep roots in the mission of the church. The intersection of medical work and gospel ministry provides a unique opportunity to serve communities holistically, addressing both physical and spiritual needs. By combining the healing of the body with the nurturing of the soul, we follow… Read more
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The Stages of Play
Analogies for the Evolving Cooperation Between Pastors and Physicians Human development is marked by growth, learning, and increasingly complex interactions with others. Nowhere is this more evident than in the six stages of childhood play as outlined by Mildred Parten. These stages illustrate how children progress from isolated exploration to cooperative engagement as they develop… Read more
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Turning Conflict into Collaboration
Building Unity Between Pastors and Physicians Working Together in Love and Unity: Overcoming Challenges Between Pastors and PhysiciansIn the realm of medical ministry, something profound happens when pastors and physicians join forces. Their collaboration can transcend routine activities and mundane outcomes, entering the world of the miraculous. But just as this combined ministry can become… Read more
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The Wages of Balaam
How Division in Medical and Gospel Ministry Curses Our Churches In my previous blog post, I touched on the tragic story of Balaam—a prophet who once walked closely with God but fell into temptation. His pursuit of riches, power, reputation and influence led him to seek ways to bring a curse upon God’s people. Although… Read more
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The Worst Evil: How Separating Medicine and Ministry Harms the Church
The Necessity of Integrating Medicine and Ministry: Protecting the Church from “The Worst Evil” In the journey to unite medicine and ministry, we uncover profound reasons why these two fields must not operate in isolation. The mission to combine these disciplines is not just a matter of practicality; it is a spiritual imperative that has… Read more