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6 ways pastors can lead to a more Gospel-focused church culture
A pastor recently called me seeking advice on how to create a culture of evangelism in his church. This young man was concerned about the lack of Gospel outreach among his congregants, and though he has extensive knowledge of the Bible and pastoral training, he wasn’t sure how to activate his church members to share the Gospel. This pastor is not alone. A 2023 Barna study revealed that only 12% of pastors reported they felt their church’s evangelism was “very effective,” whi
Jay Lowder
May 30
How God Saved This Man From Suicide And Transformed His Life
“Because I was battling an alcohol addiction, my life had really just got put into quicksand,” he said on an episode of the “Jesus Calling”
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Mar 21
I am fascinated by a compelling true story.
There are many ways to communicate information, but I have found that some truths are most easily grasped in the context of a parable.
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6 ways pastors can lead to a more Gospel-focused church culture
A pastor recently called me seeking advice on how to create a culture of evangelism in his church. This young man was concerned about the lack of Gospel outreach among his congregants, and though he has extensive knowledge of the Bible and pastoral training, he wasn’t sure how to activate his church members to share the Gospel. This pastor is not alone. A 2023 Barna study revealed that only 12% of pastors reported they felt their church’s evangelism was “very effective,” whi
May 30
How God Saved This Man From Suicide And Transformed His Life
“Because I was battling an alcohol addiction, my life had really just got put into quicksand,” he said on an episode of the “Jesus Calling”
Mar 21
This Thanksgiving, there will be an empty chair at our table.
Dad eventually came to the place where he had no quality of life, and I secretly prayed for God to take him.
Nov 28, 2024
From Attempted Suicide to Saving Souls
Jay Lowder was seconds away from ending his life when an unexpected interruption, followed by a dramatic revelation of Jesus’ love for him, changed everything. Read full article on UK's Premier Christianity here- From attempted suicide to saving souls | Testimonies | Premier Christianity
Oct 3, 2022
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Interruptions can save a life
While not a day that goes by that I don’t think about the day I was ready to end my life, it is especially significant in September, during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month . When I was 21 years old, my greatest fear wasn’t dying; it was living. Read the full article on Deseret News here: Resources for how to help someone who is suicidal | Opinion - Deseret News
Sep 7, 2022
Author and evangelist Jay Lowder delivers Convocation message on genuine faith
“Because I was battling an alcohol addiction, my life had really just got put into quicksand,” he said on an episode of the “Jesus Calling”
Sep 22, 2021
COVID had me in its grip, my daughter was hospitalized and more – why am I still thankful? - FoxNews
Let’s be real: we don’t have time to wait for gratitude to come to us. We’ll have to work for it in order to experience it. As Thanksgiving arrives, I challenge you to come back to these three truths on the hardest days when it seems like there is nothing for which to be thankful. Read the full article on Fox News here: https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/covid-daughter-hospitalized-thankful-jay-lowder?fbclid=IwAR35HRjmNYg_mMkMppZG6fLCDfvxUWret4YpmGykenfhf5FQWTNT3X79Fmk
Nov 26, 2020
When Church Leaders Deal With Depression - Outreach Magazine
Leaders fear loss of their position, income stream, reputation or being seen as a hypocrite or a failure if they dare to speak up about their struggles. Being in a position of authority can be isolating. However, this is all the more reason why church leaders must not only seek to surround themselves with an inner circle that will hold them accountable but why church members and other leaders likewise should regularly check in with one another. Just because someone seems to b
Sep 22, 2020
Being a Christian Does Not Make You Immune to Depression, Hopelessness, and Suicide
Being a Christian does not make you immune to depression, hopelessness, and suicide. At 21 years of age, I was so depressed and desperate for a way out that I found myself crouched on the couch, my white-knuckled hand holding a gun to my head. By God’s grace, my roommate happened to come early from work that day, and I put down my weapon when I heard his car pull up. Several weeks would go by before I finally talked to my roommate about my depression, and what his early arriv
Sep 7, 2020
The difference between judging to shame and judging to love - ChristianHeadlines.com
To say that judgment carries a negative connotation in our culture is a severe understatement.
Jul 15, 2020
The Office of the Evangelist - Next Generation Alliance
It’s not just businesses who are barely afloat & gasping for air but also one of the most important & strategic offices in all the world.
Jul 13, 2020
4 Reasons why we fall into hardships - Christian Post
In the midst of the pit, in the middle of the pandemic, in the center of the storm, God is not finished with us.
May 11, 2020
3 ways to walk by faith - ChristianHeadlines.com
More than anything else, God wants you to trust Him.
Mar 29, 2020
Why every man in America should go to couples counseling - FoxNews
For me, counseling makes sense. I don’t hesitate when my truck needs a tune up so why would I respond differently when my marriage needs one
Feb 13, 2020
The power of your story - TodaysChristianLiving.org
Your story is a God-given gift. Use it to help others find the true meaning of life.
Jan 15, 2020
8 ways to share Christ this Christmas
Use the true meaning of Christmas as a bridge to share the Good News of Christ with family and friends
Dec 16, 2019
The Truth About Jarrid Wilson’s Suicide (From a Christian Who’s Put a Gun to His Own Head)
Don't let the stigma of mental health stop you from showing others a path of peace, love, and restoration.
Sep 15, 2019
In Aftermath of Jarrid Wilson's Suicide, Church Must Combat Satan's Tactic to Stigmatize Depression
“So many Christian circles have normalized medication unless it is to treat a mental illness like depression or anxiety.
Sep 11, 2019
The Death of the Evangelist - Ministry Today
"The opportunity has never been greater to reach a generation on the quest to find hope, peace and truth."
Sep 11, 2019
I'm an evangelist and a Trump voter, but Trump as the 'second coming of God' is blasphemous
WashingtonPost - It's not a matter of teaming up with anybody but rather a matter of being consistent without regard to what anybody thinks. Speaking against one indiscretion is never approving of another, regardless of popular opinion. Click the link to read article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2019/08/22/im-an-evangelist-trump-voter-trump-second-coming-god-is-blasphemous/?fbclid=IwAR3lka2srP6_6IlJlVKv5xhd1Pb6r-9rZUttVuEh4PIBM0yW2z5tVkliGxM
Aug 21, 2019
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