Practicing Christian Leadership, Mentor's Guide, MG11

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he associates with those called to provide oversight and leadership in the Church? * Of all the different qualities of shepherding covered in this lesson, which one most resonates with the kind of person I have become so far in my Christian walk? What trait appears to be furthest from my own experience when I consider how I relate to others in ministry? * Do I currently have the desire, maturity, and opportunity to pursue the pastoral role in a church in a formal way? What would I need to do to confirm this kind of call in my life, i.e., do my leaders see me as the kind of person who could care for others in this role? * If God has not called me to become the pastor of a church, in what way does he want me to serve other believers in a pastoral way ? Be specific in your answer. * Have I settled in my mind the difficulties associated with wresting with the tough questions as they relate to evil, being angry at God for difficulties in my life, or wanting to take vengeance on those who have done me grievous harm? Explain your answer.

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In a Christian support group, a number of parents who suffered the loss of their children have gathered for many months to help one another cope with their loss, and give support and comfort to one another. Some of the families in the group have only recently lost their little ones, while others are still struggling with the after effects of losing their children many years ago. A surprising number of the Christian parents use language such as “I’m still mad at God for what happened” or “God owes me an explanation for this whole thing.” How would you help such dear saints struggling with the idea of such loss cope with their lack of answers regarding the purpose and reasons for their children’s deaths?