Episode 56: Paul Evans on the Invisible Work of Ministry, Trusting the Power of New Life in Christ, and Choosing Contribution Over Criticism

In this episode, Paul and I explore different ways people approach God, the often unseen work of ministry, and the tension many churches feel between caring deeply for people and pursuing growth. We talk about authenticity in study and preaching, trusting in the transforming power of new life in Christ, and choosing contribution over criticism.Quotes for Notes:“In the end, if you’re going to impact people, you’ve got to link together what you’re learning, and studying, and preparing with the authentic, real-life situations of the people that you are teaching.”“You have got to count on the new life. You’ve got to believe that the new life can deliver on the promise of God that you will be a new person, that you can go on to holiness, that righteousness is real.”“We’ve got to realize that in order to be fulfilled in our spiritual experience, I think, we’ve got to move away from what do I get out of all of this to what can I contribute in service to others?”Links:Help for Holiness: https://www.amazon.com/Help-Holiness-Rediscovering-Resources-SanctificationHoliness Reconsidered: https://www.amazon.com/Holiness-Reconsidered