Some of you have asked to read my ministry project, which is the capstone project for my doctoral work at Southern Seminary. Not many read these projects, so I'm glad for any to read it who would like to. This project would be helpful for: (1) anyone curious about it from Lake Hills, (2) any … Continue reading Completed Ministry Project
Fast and Pray
Church family, Last Sunday at the beginning of second service I felt impressed to share something that I now want to say to all of you. For some of you, perhaps 10-20, I have a special request near the end of this longer post. Whenever our enemy starts to lose ground, he tries to dig … Continue reading Fast and Pray
Are Marriage and Parenthood a Requirement for Pastor-Elders and Deacons?
In today's post, I want to answer a very specific question that has significant implications. As most of my readers know, Lake Hills Baptist is considering a change in our polity (church governance). That is, we are considering embracing what I call "Shared Pastoral Oversight," and what most call plural eldership. It's natural for various … Continue reading Are Marriage and Parenthood a Requirement for Pastor-Elders and Deacons?
Bible Study Tools I Use Regularly
A Physical Bible God's Word is God's Word whether it's printed, read, sung, or digitized. A physical copy of God's Word is not more holy than a digital one. But reading a printed copy is not the same as reading a digital copy. I can't prove this, but there is a connection you make with … Continue reading Bible Study Tools I Use Regularly
I Am Often ___, But Christ Is Not
I am often tired, but Christ is not, and He will be my strength. I am often tempted, but Christ is not any more, and He has triumphed over temptation and will make a way for me to escape. I am often anxious, but Christ is not, and He will still my soul. I am … Continue reading I Am Often ___, But Christ Is Not
Pastor Jacob’s Blog 