How’s my testifying?

I’ve had the opportunity to connect with hundreds of pastors in various areas of ministry to talk about the things they do to make their ministry successful or, sometimes, the areas their ministry is struggling. I’m sure many of you have made this a part of your routine as well. As we continue to meet with new peers in ministry, I want to remind you of the power your words have in the lives and ministries of the people you are meeting.

I was talking with a friend recently who raised an interesting question I had never really thought about before. He asked, “When you testify and share how God is moving in your ministry, do you leave people feeling discouraged, like they could never do that, or encouraged?” Read more