From a cultural renaissance to the Christianisation of Russia, the years 800-1000 saw the advancement of education, culture and missions to the Viking raiders. But the truth is that much of this advancement was done under the threat of the sword. And yet God works through the corrupt machinations of the ruling elite to bring about his plan.
Numerous scholarly works, podcasts, and leadership materials reference a well-known Duke University study that stated 85% of seminary graduates leave the pastoral ministry within 5 years of completing their studies. But rarely do we hear firsthand from one of these individuals. Well, I am one of the 85% who did not persist in pastoral ministry. Allow me to share my story, and if it is a familiar story to you, I pray that this will be an encouragement to your weary soul, and even if ever so slightly, give you hope into believing that God is working in and through...
