Relationships and Ethics in Ministry: BSB Level 1 [MIN 181]

by T. Ray Rachels

Publisher:

Global University

, 2010

Overview

This textbook provides a biblical approach to the relationships that are important to the minister, both personally and professionally, as it looks at temperament theory and its relevance to human relations. This course examines relationships and ethics in view of the minister’s personal growth, ministry challenges, people in the community, and other ministers—a fantastic resource for both the student or minister.

Key Features

• Berean School of Bible coursebook
• A scripturally-sound view of relational guidelines for the minister
• Four units, complete with interactive test questions

Contents

Top Highlights

“This is a positive and energizing message for those leaders who preach to others, who prepare sermons, who study, think, and pray. We need to ask ourselves if those who are standing on the curbsides in our community can see how we love one another. Can they see that in our sermons? Can they see how we love one another through the ministry priorities of our church? Does our behavior create a Christ-honoring relationship bridge, so that the message is felt, tasted, and experienced like good fruit? Demonstrating love for one another will affect a life for eternity.” (Page 114)

“The pastor who does not maintain the strength of his or her personal walk with God will resort to fads and gimmicks and programs.” (Page 20)

“But in addition to public crimes, poor interpersonal skills can also foment depression, anger, resentment, cynicism, and manipulative behavior. When troubled people feel threatened or frustrated with their relationship skills, they cannot think clearly and are more prone to say and do things that they later regret.” (Page 18)

“Church leaders work with five resources: time, people, money, buildings, and equipment” (Page 105)

“To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you.” (Page 94)

Product Details

• Title: Relationships and Ethics in Ministry
• Author: T. Ray Rachels
• Publisher: Global University
• Publication Date: 2007
• Pages: 172

About T. Ray Rachels

T. Ray Rachels has pastored several churches throughout the United States, and has also served as a youth pastor. Currently, he is the superintendent of the Southern California District Council of the Assemblies of God.