I have posted four new sermons from the book of Philippians. The first sermon is a timely message designed for use on July 4th. Check it out on the EXTRA! Sermon Helps Page. I have included links to the individual sermons below.

I look forward to seeing you all at the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana, June 14-16. I will be at the LifeWay Church Resources booth and would love the chance to meet you.

Craig Webb, Editor
Pastors Today

10 Rules for 'People Sensitive' Time Management
As you shepherd God's flock, here are some rules to help you to be sensitive to your people's needs while keeping a focus on ministry priorities. Read how to plan your response to drop-in visits and how to demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to real emergencies.

Book Excerpts from Leading from Your Stengths
Read three excerpts from Leading from Your Strengths by John Trent, Rodney Cox and Eric Tooker.

• How Leading from Your Strengths can make a Powerful Difference in Your Ministry Team
• For Successful Problem-Solvers, Passive and Aggressive Styles Mesh, Not Clash
• Change Will Happen—Can You Handle It Wisely?

Move them from Vacation Bible School to Sunday School
When properly implemented, the VBS to SS Plan can help your church take advantage of the evangelistic and outreach opportunities of Vacation Bible School.

Let's Worship Presents: Worship Wired Weekly - An Intro to EKG
Matt Tullos interviews Dr. Ken Hemphill, author of of the new book EKG - The Heartbeat of God. Learn about the upcoming EKG - 40 Day Experience.

LeaderCare Counseling at SBC in Indianapolis
LifeWay's LeaderCare ministry and "Hope for the Heart" will provide counseling for ministers and their families at the SBC Annual Mtg. June 13-16. Sign up for counseling prior to the Convention by calling "Hope for the Heart" (800-488-4673) or sign up at the LifeWay/Annuity Board Health Screening Booth.

The Lord's Supper: A Reminder, Opportunity, and Invitation - Acts 20:7-12 (Pastors EXTRA!)
Bible Study Connection: The Family Bible Study lesson for June 13 deals with the Lord's Supper. The lesson will help learners understand it's significance and commit to partaking in a manner worthy of Christ. This sermon uses the story of Eutychus as an object lesson for the Lord's Supper.

Sermon Outline:

1. The Lord's Supper is a Reminder: "He's alive!"
2. The Lord's Supper is an Opportunity: "Be comforted!"
3. The Lord's Supper is an Invitation: "Get started!"

10 Creative Suggestions and 5 Sermon Ideas for Celebrating the Lord's Supper
Read ten creative suggestions, download free worship services, and get five sermon ideas for helping your people celebrate the Lord's Supper.

July 2004 Sermon Series - Encouragement ...

• For a Country at War (July 4 - Phil 1) 
• For Us to Get Along (July 11 - Phil 2)
• For the Long Haul (July 18 - Phil 3)
• When You Need it the Most (July 25 - Phil 4)

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