This collection of writings from seasoned pastors contains over 480 years of combined ministry experience for old and new pastors alike.
Dear Timothy
Edited by Thomas K. Ascol
©2004 by Founders Press
ISBN 978-0-9713361-5-5
384 pages (soft cover)
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Commendations
"As a minister with twenty-four years of pastoral experience, I wish I'd had this book at the outset of my ministry. As a seminary professor, I wish all my students had this book at the outset of their ministries."
Dr. Don Whitney
Associate Professor of Spiritual Formation
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, MO
"Written with the conscientious evangelical pastor in mind, this is an excellent resource for new ministers. Here are helpful letters concerning the multiple tasks demanded of the pastor, whether in the home, in the study, or behind the pulpit. Each letter has been written by an experienced pastor with a hot heart and a keen mind, and each letter ends with a list of suggested resources on that particular subject. I only wish such wise counsel had been available in written form during my tumultuous first pastorate!"
Dr. Malcolm B. Yarnell, III
Assistant Dean for Theological Studies
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, TX
Excerpt
As Paul imparted his wisdom to Timothy through letters, this collection of writings from seasoned pastors contains over 480 years of combined ministry experience. Old and new pastors alike will treasure this compilation of heartfelt advice and nuggets of truth that will guide them through the challenges and joys of their calling in Christ. Contributors include Joel Beeke, Ligon Duncan, Fred Malone, Mark Dever, Tedd Tripp, Ray Ortlund, Jr., C. J. Mahaney, Roger Ellsworth, and others.
Form the back cover
Contents
Preface .............................................................................. 7
Contributors .................................................................. 13
1. Establish Priorities Tom Ascol .............................. 23
2. Watch Your Life Conrad Mbewe .......................... 37
3. Love Your Family Tedd Tripp ............................... 53
4. Love Your Flock Ted Christman ........................... 67
5. Memorize Scripture Andy Davis .......................... 83
6. Pray Always Martin Holdt .................................... 99
7. Cultivate Humility C. J. Mahaney...................... 115
8. Be Courageous Bill Ascol ................................... 137
9. Do the Work of an Evangelist Mark Dever ....... 157
10. Do Personal Work Fred Malone ......................... 169
11.Watch Your Doctrine Raymond Perron .............. 183
12. Keep Studying Ligon Duncan ............................. 195
13. Learn from the Puritans I Joel Beeke ................. 219
14. Learn from the Puritans II Joel Beeke ................ 247
15. Preach the Word Roger Ellsworth ...................... 271
16.Worship in Spirit and Truth Terry Johnson ....... 285
17. Train Other Men Steve Martin ........................... 303
18. Care for the Nations Phil Newton ...................... 329
19. Don't Neglect Revival Ray Ortlund, Jr. ............... 347
20. Find a Place to Settle Geoff Thomas .................. 359
Recommended Reading ............................................... 377
