Morning Star Ministries

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

The wife of Morris Cerullo Mrs. Theresa Cerullo has died

Morris Cerullo World Evangelism has publicly announced the passing of Mother Theresa Cerullo. Morris Cerullo passed July 10, 2020 and his wife passed July 30, 2

What does Jesus think about Homosexuality?

Is homosexuality a sin? It’s an age-old question, and there are people on both sides of the debate, each quoting their Bibles. How do we know who’s right? What would Jesus do if he were…

What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality

There is a lot of unnecessary confusion about what the Bible is really saying about homosexuality. Dr. Michael Brown offers five key scriptural truths that dismantle the modern-day argument that God's Word condones the homosexual ...

Why I’m Coming Out as a Christian

I’m not scared that non-believers will make me feel like an outcast. I’m scared that Christians will.

8 Concerns That Church Members Seldom Tell Pastors

There are some concerns that are harder to bring up than others. Things like: We're concerned about your marriage.

What You Need to Know Before Joining a Church

Before we attend a church, we should know that it is a legitimate church. Now, obviously, if the sign on the front of the church reads “Church of Satan,” we know it isn’t a legitimate body of Christian believers.

Paying for Church Ministry…Who Decides? Me or My Millennial Friend?

Lecturing my millennial friend on the priorities of giving won't accomplish much. Truth is, he has a lot more to say about how and when church ministry will be paid for than I do.

7 Must-Ask Questions When Looking to Large-Church Ministry Leaders

Be careful when looking to high-profile pastors and churches on your quest to research best ministry practices.

Safety Tips for Youth Church Ministry

When working with youth there are specific steps your church can take to protect both youth and volunteers.

Why Pastors Are Struggling in Ministry

We cannot outsource the work of the combined church to one individual, no matter how talented they may be.

How to Sustain Lifelong Ministry

A lifelong call to Christian ministry requires perseverance and proves God’s sufficiency to sustain his people for ministry as we trust him for the outcome.

Why this section on women in ministry?

Why write a section about women pastors? Because we need to know what the Bible says.

3 Ways to Deal With Anger in Ministry

If we don't seek to address our anger and forgive those at the center of it, we invite bitterness into our lives.

68 Reasons Why Children’s Ministry Matters!

A few years back, I sat down to brainstorm some of the benefits that children’s ministry offers to kids, families, the church, and the world. The result is this long list of reasons why kids …

The Ministry of Asking Questions

6 Benefits of Bivocational Ministry

Bivocational ministry is a clear and definitive trend in church life. Although there are many challenges, bivocational ministry can be tremendously rewarding. Read More »

Finding Girls Ministry Volunteers

Not everyone is cut out for girls ministry. It can be tempting to give an open invitation to the women in your church in order to find volunteers, especially when you need help, but doing so you ma…

“Ministry doesn’t make appointments”

Being on the mission field has meant saying hello and goodbye to many different people along the way. Some were only acquaintances, but some turned into really good friends. One thing was consiste…

7 Steps for Enduring a Lifetime of Ministry

If you care too much about people’s opinion, you’re not cut out for ministry. If you care too little, you’re not cut out either.